CILANTRO CARROT SALAD
Serves 6 to 8 1 scant teaspoon coriander seeds
(see tip)
1 small garlic clove, finely minced 3 tablespoons fresh squeezed
lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 3 tablespoons olive oil Salttotaste
1 pound carrots, peeled and
grated (about 4 cups)
1 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
1/4 cup dry roasted peanuts
In a small skillet, over medium high heat, toast coriander seeds and toss frequently until fragrant. Remove skillet from heat and allow seeds to cool.
In a small bowl, whisk together garlic, lemon juice, turmeric, red pepper flakes and olive oil.
Place cooled coriander seeds in a mortar and coarsely crush using the pestle. Add coriander to the dressing. Season lightly with salt and whisk to combine.
Place carrots in large glass bowl. Drizzle dressing over all and toss to coat carrots evenly. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes or longer. Toss with cilantro and peanuts just before serving.
Per serving, based on 6: 141 calories (61 percent from fat), 10 g total fat (1 g saturated), no cholesterol, 12 g carbohydrates, 3 g protein, 83 mg sodium, 3 g dietary fiber.
Recipe developed exclusively for The Star by professional home economists Kathy Moore and Roxanne Wyss.