Roasted Carrot Ribbon Salad (Print Version)

Tender oven-roasted carrot ribbons layered over fresh greens with a sweet honey-mustard vinaigrette. Vibrant and elegant.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 5 large carrots, peeled
02 - 5 oz mixed salad greens such as arugula, baby spinach, or spring mix
03 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts, optional

→ Vinaigrette

05 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 1.5 tbsp honey
07 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
08 - 1.5 tbsp apple cider vinegar
09 - 0.5 tsp sea salt
10 - 0.25 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish

11 - 2 oz crumbled feta cheese, optional
12 - Fresh parsley or dill, chopped, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Using a vegetable peeler, slice the peeled carrots lengthwise into long, thin ribbons.
03 - Toss carrot ribbons with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and a pinch of salt. Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 15 to 20 minutes, tossing once halfway through, until carrots are tender and lightly caramelized at the edges. Remove and let cool slightly.
05 - While carrots roast, whisk together remaining olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
06 - In a large salad bowl, combine salad greens and red onion. Drizzle with half the vinaigrette and toss gently.
07 - Arrange roasted carrot ribbons over the greens. Sprinkle with nuts and feta cheese if using.
08 - Drizzle with remaining vinaigrette and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • The contrast between warm roasted carrots and cool fresh greens creates something magical in every bite
  • This salad makes vegetables feel elegant and special, not like an afterthought
02 -
  • Don't skip the roasting step, that's where all the caramelized sweetness develops
  • The salad holds up better if you dress the greens separately from the roasted carrots
03 -
  • Use a Y-shaped peeler for wider, more elegant ribbons
  • Let the dressing sit for 10 minutes to let flavors meld before tossing
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