Root Cellar Daze - Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners

Ingredients

• 1 lb. (about 4 c.) carrots, coarsely grated
• 1/4 c. olive oil
• 3 to 4 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 c. chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
• 2 to 4 cloves garlic, mashed or minced
• 1 tsp. ground cumin or 1/2 tsp. ground cumin and 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
• 1 tsp. paprika
• Pinch of salt
• About 1/2 teaspoon harissa (chili paste), 1 Tbsp. minced green chilies, or 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. cayenne (optional)
• 1/4 c. minced onion
• 3 Tbsp. cider vinegar
• 3 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
• 2 Tbsp. sesame seeds
• 1/4 tsp. paprika
• 1 to 2 Tbsp. honey
• 1/2 c. olive oil
• 2 Tbsp. butter
• 3/4 c. slivered almonds