Moroccan Potato Salad

Moroccan Potato Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender potatoes with a medley of spices and fresh herbs, offering a refreshing twist to traditional salads. This vegan delight is perfect for a light dinner or as a side dish, highlighting the rich culinary heritage of Morocco.

Ingredients

• Potatoes - 400 grams
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Wash and peel the potatoes, then cut them into bite-sized cubes.
2. Place the potato cubes in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for about 15 minutes or until tender. Drain and let cool.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and cilantro.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
5. Once the potatoes have cooled, add them to the mixing bowl with the vegetables.
6. Pour the dressing over the potato and vegetable mixture and gently toss until everything is well coated.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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