Roasted Carrot and Tahini Green Salad
This Roasted Carrot and Tahini Green Salad is a colorful and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. The roasted carrots are tender and slightly caramelized, while the tahini dressing adds a creamy and nutty flavor. The salad is also packed with spinach and arugula, which provide a boost of vitamins and minerals.
The inspiration for this recipe came to me one day when I was browsing through a farmers market. I saw a beautiful display of fresh carrots, and I couldn't resist buying a bunch. I had originally planned to make a simple roasted carrot dish, but then I had an idea for a more complex salad. I started by roasting the carrots with some cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. While the carrots were roasting, I made a tahini dressing with lemon juice, water, and maple syrup. Once the carrots were done roasting, I combined them with some baby spinach and arugula in a large bowl. I then poured the tahini dressing over the salad and tossed to combine. The result was a delicious and nutritious salad that was perfect for a light and healthy meal.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup baby spinach
  • 1/2 cup arugula
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the carrots, olive oil, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat.
  3. Spread the carrots on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, water, and maple syrup. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, arugula, and roasted carrots. Pour the tahini dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Why It Works
  • The combination of roasted carrots and tahini dressing is a classic flavor combination that is always a winner.
  • Roasting the carrots brings out their natural sweetness and caramelizes them slightly, giving them a delicious depth of flavor.
  • The tahini dressing is creamy and nutty, and it adds a delicious richness to the salad.
  • The spinach and arugula add a boost of vitamins and minerals to the salad, making it a healthy and satisfying meal.