Spiced Carrot Salad

The flavor and texture combinations in this dish will have you making it often.  It’s a creative lunch but also a secret weapon if you’re bringing a side to a family/friend’s party.  You will be a hero, and people will surely be asking for the recipe.

INGREDIENTS (8 single servings)

• 8 large carrots
• 1 small garlic clove, minced
• 4 tablespoons ground walnuts (optional)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 3-4 pinches of crushed red pepper
• 1/3 cup Kosterina EVOO
• The juice of 1 lemon
• salt
• 1⁄4 cup shredded of fresh mint

INSTRUCTIONS

Shred the carrots.  Mix the carrots, garlic, walnuts, cinnamon, cumin, cayenne, olive oil, lemon juice and salt to taste in a large serving bowl.  Cover the mixture and let stand for one hour at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 8 hours.

Just before serving, toss in the mint.