Description
Roasted Carrot Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines the sweetness of caramelized carrots with the sharpness of blue cheese, the crunch of almonds, and the tartness of dried cranberries. This delightful salad is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re looking for a light lunch or a festive dinner party centerpiece. The balance of flavors and textures makes each bite satisfying and refreshing, while the stunning presentation will impress your guests. With easy preparation steps and wholesome ingredients, this salad is not just good for you, but also incredibly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds carrots (peeled and sliced diagonally)
- 3 cups arugula
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 4 ounces Danish blue cheese (crumbled)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons honey
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
- On a baking sheet, combine sliced carrots, minced garlic, and sliced almonds. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Spread the mixture in an even layer on the baking sheet and roast for about 30 minutes, stirring twice until the carrots are tender and edges are golden brown. Let cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine roasted carrots with cider vinegar, honey, crumbled blue cheese, dried cranberries, and arugula. Toss gently until well mixed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg