Tender roasted carrot ribbons over fresh greens with honey-mustard vinaigrette. Vegetarian, gluten-free, 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 Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Using a vegetable peeler, slice peeled carrots lengthwise into long, thin ribbons.
03 - Toss carrot ribbons with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt. Spread evenly on prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 15 to 20 minutes, tossing once halfway through, until carrots are tender and lightly caramelized at 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 until emulsified.
06 - In a large salad bowl, combine salad greens and red onion. Drizzle with half the vinaigrette and toss gently to coat.
07 - Arrange roasted carrot ribbons over dressed greens. Sprinkle with nuts and feta cheese if using.
08 - Drizzle with remaining vinaigrette and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.
