10 of the Best Healthy Moroccan Foods You Need to Eat

Last Updated on January 7, 2021

Rich in vitamins A and C, this carrot salad is prepared with a combination of lemon juice, garlic, cilantro, and olive oil. This zesty, unique, and flavorful dish is very healthy and beneficial as its essential component are carrots which contain a powerful antioxidant, falcarinol. The latter is proved to reduce tumors in rats by one- third.

#8 – Fish Tagine

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Fish Tagine is a dish of hospitality that the locals serve in honor of guests. Therefore, this flavorful fish dish is perfect for a crowd. The fish remain a choice and is prepared with a special Moroccan marinade known in Morocco as “Charmoula”.

The latter is what gives the dish a special taste that you would remember for the rest of your life. The “Charmoula” is a combination of garlic, lemon juice, cilantro, and Moroccan seasoning.
This royal dish is rich in omega-3 fatty acids which are proven to lower cholesterol, heal inflammations, and improve blood pressure.

This tagine is perfect for warming you up on a cold night. You can make this dish even more special if you make your own Ras-el-Hanout.

#9 – Wild Honey

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Wild honey is a miracle cure for just everything. It is very popular across the country of Morocco and it is an essential element on the Moroccan table especially during the mornings for breakfast and also during tea time. Wild Honey comes in different varieties.

There is Carob honey that is perfect for people suffering from troubles of digestion. It is also a great medicine for cold and flu. Lavender honey is another variety that you can find in Morocco, it is very beneficial and functions as an antidepressant that treats anxiety and stress.

And of course, let’s not forget to mention the Thyme honey, which is really good for low blood pressure. And according to Locals, sourced honey can also help with allergies. Each of these varieties is flavored with its unique and delicious taste that makes your mouth waters.

#10 – Snail Soup

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When you are in Morocco, don’t be surprised to see a bunch of people surrounding stalls selling steaming vats of snail soup. The later is a very popular street food all over the country. Usually, it is served in a bowl which is no more than five to ten Moroccan Dirhams.