Moroccan Carrot and Goat Cheese Sandwiches with Green Olive Tapenade

Health score
28%
Moroccan Carrot and Goat Cheese Sandwiches with Green Olive Tapenade
300 min.
6
425kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with our delightful Moroccan Carrot and Goat Cheese Sandwiches, enhanced by a savory Green Olive Tapenade. This recipe invites you to experience the vibrant flavors and aromatic spices of Moroccan cuisine right in your kitchen. Perfect as an appetizer, starter, or a unique snack, these sandwiches are not only visually stunning but also packed with layers of flavor that will excite any palate.

The star of this dish is the marinated carrots, which absorb a medley of spices, including cinnamon and cumin, while the cayenne adds just the right amount of warmth. These beautifully sliced, vibrant carrots are complemented by creamy, soft goat cheese, delivering a delightful contrast that is both satisfying and rich. The anchovies and capers in the tapenade provide a sophisticated touch, enhancing the overall taste experience with their briny depth.

What makes this sandwich truly special is its ability to be prepared ahead of time, making it an impeccable choice for entertaining or a busy weeknight meal. Just imagine preparing these sandwiches for a gathering—your guests will be mesmerized by the bold colors and exotic flavors. Dive into this culinary journey that promises to transport you to Morocco, piece by piece. With each bite, you'll not only savor the incredible taste but also revel in the joyful experience of sharing a beautiful meal with family and friends.

Ingredients

  • fillet anchovy chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black
  • tablespoons capers rinsed drained
  • 1.5 lb carrots 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon 
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh chopped
  • 0.8 cup goat cheese soft at room temperature
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 1.5 tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoon lemon zest fresh finely grated
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • oz olives green pitted
  • 12 slices pumpernickel bread 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • teaspoons paprika sweet

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • whisk
  • pot
  • spatula
  • colander

Directions

  1. Whisk together sugar, lemon juice, spices, salt, and oil in a large bowl until sugar is dissolved.
  2. Halve carrots crosswise on a long diagonal, then, starting from diagonal ends, cut into 1/16-inch-thick slices using slicer. Cook carrots in a 4- to 5-quart pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 45 seconds.
  3. Drain well in a colander and immediately toss with dressing. Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally, then marinate, covered and chilled, at least 4 hours.
  4. Pulse olives with capers, parsley, anchovy, zest, lemon juice, and pepper in a food processor until coarsely chopped, then scrape down side of bowl with a rubber spatula. Pulsing motor, add oil in a slow stream and continue to pulse until mixture is finely chopped (do not pulse to a paste).
  5. Spread tapenade on 6 slices of bread and goat cheese on remaining 6 slices, then make sandwiches with carrots.
  6. ·Carrots can marinate up to 2 days. · Tapenade can be made 1 week ahead and chilled, covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories425kcal
Protein11.56%
Fat44.86%
Carbs43.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
48.99
Glycemic Load
21.17
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
24.127391421277%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
5.39mg
Luteolin
0.32mg
Kaempferol
5.56mg
Myricetin
0.42mg
Quercetin
7.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:425.37kcal
21.27%
Fat:21.87g
33.64%
Saturated Fat:6.32g
39.48%
Carbohydrates:47.8g
15.93%
Net Carbohydrates:38.85g
14.13%
Sugar:10.35g
11.5%
Cholesterol:13.45mg
4.48%
Sodium:1508.16mg
65.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.68g
25.36%
Vitamin A:19934.33IU
398.69%
Vitamin K:64.74µg
61.65%
Manganese:1.11mg
55.43%
Fiber:8.95g
35.8%
Copper:0.51mg
25.44%
Vitamin E:3.74mg
24.96%
Selenium:17.25µg
24.64%
Phosphorus:235.1mg
23.51%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
23.09%
Folate:91.38µg
22.85%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.27%
Iron:3.56mg
19.77%
Vitamin B3:3.53mg
17.66%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
17.09%
Potassium:563.7mg
16.11%
Magnesium:61.87mg
15.47%
Calcium:149.64mg
14.96%
Vitamin C:12.17mg
14.75%
Zinc:1.6mg
10.66%
Vitamin B5:0.81mg
8.09%
Source:Epicurious