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Spiced Roasted Carrot Salad

Tender oven-roasted carrots tossed with warm aromatic spices, fresh herbs, lemon, and tangy feta cheese.

40 minEasyServes 4160 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs carrots, sliced
  • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tbsp harissa paste
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

  2. 2

    Toss 2 lbs sliced carrots on a baking sheet with 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp ground coriander, 1 tbsp harissa paste, and 1/2 tsp kosher salt.

  3. 3

    Roast for 20 to 25 minutes until carrots are tender and browned at the edges.

  4. 4

    Transfer roasted carrots to a serving bowl, then drizzle with 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice.

  5. 5

    Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese before serving warm or at room temperature.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Spiced Roasted Carrot Salad?

As written, 40 minutes: 15 of prep and 25 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 3 (25 minutes): "Roast for 20 to 25 minutes until carrots are tender and browned at the edges."

How do I know when Spiced Roasted Carrot Salad is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 3: cook until carrots are tender and browned at the edges.

What can I use instead of harissa in Spiced Roasted Carrot Salad?

The entry for Spiced Roasted Carrot Salad calls for 1 tbsp harissa paste. In its place: Mix a chili paste such as sambal oelek or sriracha with a pinch each of ground cumin, coriander and caraway, plus a little olive oil.

How hot is Spiced Roasted Carrot Salad?

Moderately. The heat in Spiced Roasted Carrot Salad comes from 1 tbsp harissa paste. For a milder plate, start with half the harissa and add more to taste at the end; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Can I make Spiced Roasted Carrot Salad dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Spiced Roasted Carrot Salad is 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How long does Spiced Roasted Carrot Salad keep?

The base of Spiced Roasted Carrot Salad is carrots, which holds up: it keeps three to four days refrigerated and tastes better after a few hours, once the dressing has soaked in. Hold back a spoonful of dressing to freshen it before serving. It does not freeze.

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