Carrot Salad Ala Abdella Recipes

GRANDMA'S CARROT SALAD

Steps:

• Mix carrots and raisins together in a large bowl. Whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, and salt together in a small bowl until smooth. Pour lemon juice mixture over carrot mixture and stir until carrots are completely coated. Refrigerate until chilled, at least 30 minutes.

CARROT RAISIN SALAD

Steps:

• Combine carrots, pineapple with juice, raisins, sugar, mayonnaise, and lemon juice in a large bowl; mix well.
• Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving for flavors to meld for best results.

CARROT SALAD ALA' ABDELLA

Steps:

• In a medium saucepan, combine the carrots and garlic. Add water to cover by 1 - 2 inches.
• Bring to a simmer and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the carrots to a bowl.
• Cook the cooking liquid over medium heat to reduce to a 1/2 cup.
• Whisk in 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and the lemon juice. Pour the mixture over the carrots.
• Add the cumin, cayenne, cilantro, and parsley. Set aside.
• Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes.
• Add the dates and cook until the dates are softened. Toss the onion mixture with the carrots. Let cool.
• Cover and refrigerate for 1 - 2 hours.