North African Carrot Salad

Ingredients

• For the salad:
• 1 pound carrots, peeled and julienned into 1/8-inch strips
• 1/4 cup dried currants, optional
• For the dressing:
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large clove garlic, peeled and finely minced
• 1/2 teaspoon or more sugar, to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon dried mint leaves, crushed
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Salt to taste, optional

Directions

1. Put the carrots in a bowl, adding the currants too if you’re using them.
2. In a jar or a small bowl, mix together all of the dressing ingredients.
3. When you’re about 1 hour or less from serving, pour the dressing over the carrots. Toss everything thoroughly so the carrots are evenly coated.