Roasted Carrot Ribbon Salad (Printable)

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

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 5 large carrots, peeled
02 - 5 oz mixed salad greens (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 1/2 tbsp honey
07 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
08 - 1 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
09 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
10 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish

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

# Directions:

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 the 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 - 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.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Elegant presentation with colorful, caramelized carrot ribbons.
  • Quick and easy preparation taking only 35 minutes from start to finish.
  • Balanced flavor profile combining sweet honey and tangy Dijon mustard.
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, making it suitable for many diets.
02 -
  • Check ingredient labels if you have allergies, as the vinaigrette contains mustard and the toppings may include dairy or tree nuts.
  • Let the carrots cool slightly before adding them to the greens to prevent wilting.
  • Toast the pecans or walnuts for extra crunch and a deeper flavor profile.
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