Author Notes: I have never liked cooked carrots, except for this recipe. The flavors are sharp, clean and interesting. —likokai
Serves: 6
Ingredients
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6
tablespoons olive oil
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4
tablespoons lemon juice
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2
tablespoons water
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2
teaspoons sweet paprika
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1
teaspoon salt
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1/2
teaspoon ground cumon
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1/4
teaspoon cayenne
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2
teaspoons chopped garlic
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5
cups carrots, peeled & cut diagonally into 1 inch thick slices
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1/4
cup cilantro
Directions
- Boil large pot of water with 2 T. salt.
- While water boils, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, cumin, cayenne and garlic.
- Cook carrots until just tender, about 5 minutes. Don’t overcook. Drain and toss immediately with dressing.
- Add more salt to taste. Top with cilantro before serving. Serve hot or at room temperature.