Moroccan Carrot Salad

This is another delish recipe that I had during the 3 Day Refresh I did last week.  

It reminds me of summer time and I can't wait to take it to a BBQ...perhaps next to a pool.  

Ingredients

Makes 1 Serving

• 2 medium carrots, grated
• ½ tsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice
• 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro (or parsley)
• ½ clove garlic, chopped
• 1 dash ground cumin
• 1 dash ground paprika
• 1 dash cinnamon
• 1 dash Himalayan salt
• 1 dash cayenne pepper (to taste; optional)

Instructions

1. Combine carrots, oil, lemon juice, cilantro, garlic, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and cayenne (if desired) in a large bowl; mix well.
2. Let salad marinate, covered, in refrigerator, for 2 to 3 hours before serving.

Cucumber Tomato Salad

This recipe is from the 3 Day Refresh, which I just completed for the first time this week!  It is a refreshing salad that makes a great snack or side dish for lunch or dinner.  It's also perfect to bring to a family picnic or cookout!  

Ingredients:

• 1 medium cucumber, sliced in half-moons
• 1 cup ripe plum or cherry tomatoes, each cut in half.
• 1 tbsp chopped red onion
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil leaves
• Himalayan salt (to taste)
• Herbal seasoning (to taste)

Instructions:

1. Combine vinegars, lemon juice, and oil in a small bowl and mix well.

2. Combine cucumber, tomatoes, onion, parsley, basil and seasoning blend (if desired) in a large bowl. 

3. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently to blend. 

Makes 1 serving. 

Enjoy!  It's pretty kick ass.