North African Orange Salad Recipes

NORTH AFRICAN SALAD WITH ORANGE CILANTRO DRESSING

Steps:

• 1. Cook the bulgur according to package directions, adding the dates and salt just at the end of the cooking time. This helps soften the dates a bit and gives the bulgur good flavor. Cool the bulgur for 20-30 minutes for a cold salad.
• 2. In a food processor, combine all the dressing ingredients except the cilantro. Puree until smooth, removing any pieces of orange that can't be broken down any further. Add the cilantro to the smooth mixture, pulse a few times, and set aside.
• 3. Toss the cooled bulgur and dates mixture with the other salad ingredients. Drizzle or toss with the dressing. Serve immediately.

NORTH AFRICAN ORANGE SALAD

Steps:

• In a bowl, mix oranges, pomegranate seeds, almonds and pistachios toether.
• Microwave honey and water together for 30 seconds and stir.
• Pour honey mixture over fruit nut mixture and toss lightly until coated.
• Sprinkle with cinnamon and orange zest.
• Enjoy.

NORTH AFRICAN COUSCOUS SALAD

Steps:

• Add the first 14 ingredients to a non-reactive saucepan.
• Cover pan and bring to a boil; lower heat, and simmer for about 5 minutes or until carrots are just tender.
• Add in the bell pepper and cook for 2 more minutes.
• Take pan off of burner and add in the peas.
• Add in couscous; stir.
• Cover and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
• Add in olives; fluff couscous with a fork to mix.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• Spoon onto individual plates; sprinkle with pine nuts and currants.

NORTH AFRICAN CARROT SALAD

Steps:

• In a small skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Saute the garlic, caraway, cumin, paprika, harissa, and sugar until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
• Remove from heat. Add lemon juice and stir. Pour over the carrots, add the herbs, and mix. Add more harissa if needed.
• Let sit for 1 hour, then add the feta and pine nuts if using. Serve.

AFRICAN SALAD

Steps:

• Combine ingredients and top with the dressing.