Spicy North African Potato Salad Recipe | Authentic Moroccan Dish

Authentic Moroccan Vegetarian recipe — Spicy North African Potato Salad. Imported from TheMealDB.

Medium
Updated March 14, 2026
1 views

4

servings

Medium

Difficulty

Spicy North African Potato Salad Recipe | Authentic Moroccan Dish

Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 4 medium potatoes (peeled and diced)
  • 1 cup chickpeas (canned or cooked)
  • 1 cup bell pepper (diced, any color)
  • 1 cup red onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 cup parsley (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

5 steps

  1. Cook the Potatoes

    In a large pot, boil the diced potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.

    Check with a fork; they should be easily pierced.
  2. Prepare Chickpeas

    If using canned chickpeas, drain and rinse them. If using dried, ensure they are cooked beforehand.

    Canned chickpeas save time and are very convenient.
  3. Mix Vegetables

    In a large bowl, combine the cooked potatoes, chickpeas, diced bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.

    Toss gently to avoid breaking the potatoes.
  4. Make Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

    Taste the dressing before adding to adjust the spice level.
  5. Combine Salad

    Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and toss until everything is well coated.

    Let the salad sit for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to meld.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Tags: Vegetarian,Spicy

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 3 days in an airtight container

🧊

Freezer

Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

What to Serve With

Complete your moroccan meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Couscous
🍽️Mint tea
🍽️Flatbread

About This Dish

Spicy North African Potato Salad Recipe | Authentic Moroccan Dish is a beloved dish from Moroccan cuisine.

Moroccan cuisine is an intoxicating blend of Arabic, Berber, and French influences. The aromatic use of spices like cumin, saffron, and cinnamon creates unforgettable flavors.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 12 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, sweet potatoes will add a nice sweetness to the salad.

Rate This Recipe

How was this recipe?

Share This Recipe

Nutrition Facts

4 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories220kcal
Total Fat8gg
Sodium300mgmg
Total Carbohydrates35gg
Dietary Fiber7gg
Total Sugars2gg
Protein6gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineMoroccan
CategoryVegetarian