Roasted Carrot Sweet Potato Salad (Printer-friendly)

Roasted carrots and sweet potatoes complement fresh greens and honey Dijon for a savory, bright salad.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
02 - 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes

→ Seasonings and Oil

03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Salad Base

06 - 3 cups mixed salad greens
07 - 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
08 - 1/4 cup toasted pecans

→ Honey Dijon Dressing

09 - 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
10 - 1 tablespoon honey
11 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
12 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
13 - 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
14 - Pinch freshly ground black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange sliced carrots and sweet potato cubes on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
03 - Roast in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until vegetables are golden and tender.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper until fully emulsified.
05 - Place mixed salad greens in a large serving bowl. Top with roasted carrots and sweet potato. Add crumbled feta and toasted pecans.
06 - Drizzle Honey Dijon dressing over salad components. Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Packed with vitamins and fiber from root vegetables
  • Naturally gluten free and vegetarian
  • Comes together in under 45 minutes
  • The leftovers taste even better the next day
  • The honey Dijon dressing wakes everything up without overwhelming
02 -
  • High in fiber and vitamin A
  • Dressing can be made in advance
  • Salad is just as delicious served warm or cold
03 -
  • Always spread the veggies in a single layer to ensure roasting not steaming
  • Use a hot oven for caramelization that gives so much flavor
  • If making for a crowd roast everything in batches and dress just before serving to keep things crisp
  • Toasted pumpkin seeds add extra crunch but make sure they do not burn keep an eye during toasting
  • I learned the hard way that overdressing the salad makes the greens soggy so a light hand goes a long way
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