Recipe: Spiced Carrot and Raisin Salad

SPICED CARROT AND RAISIN SALAD

"Easy to prepare and loaded with color, this Moroccan-inspired salad serves up a riotous blend of cumin, mint and citrus flavors that act as the frame for a centerpiece of sweet carrots and raisins."

2 cups water
1 teaspoon whole cloves
5 carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
3/4 cup raisins
1 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons minced fresh mint

In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil over high heat. Add the cloves and cook for 30 seconds. Add the carrots and cook for 4 minutes.

Add the raisins and cook for 1 more minute.

Drain the carrots and raisins in a colander and rinse under cold water. Discard the cloves. Pat the carrots and raisins dry with a paper towel. Place them in a large bowl and sprinkle with the cumin, paprika, salt and cayenne.

In a small bowl, mix together the lemon juice and olive oil. Pour the oil mixture over the carrots and raisins and toss to coat well. Add the mint and toss again.

Servings: 4
Source: The Working Parents Cookbook by Jeff and Jodie Morgan