LUDO LEFEBVRE'S ROASTED-CARROT SALAD
At Petit Trois, the tiny restaurant in Los Angeles where the chef Ludo Lefebvre serves bistro classics to the film industry and food-obsessed, this salad serves as an appetizer. But it works just as well spread across a platter as a light dinner or lunch, and pairs well with a fresh baguette and a glass of chilled red wine. Toasting the cumin for the carrots and the crème fraîche is very important, but don't worry if you can't find all the herbs for the garnish. Just one or two will bring pleasure.
Provided by Sam Sifton
Categories dinner, lunch, main course, side dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400. Toast the cumin for both the carrots and the crème fraîche in a small pan set over medium heat until it becomes aromatic. Remove from heat, and set aside.
- Place carrots, bay leaf, split head of garlic, thyme and olive oil into a bowl, and mix them together. Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon cumin over the carrots, and mix again.
- Tip the carrot mixture onto a sheet pan, and spread evenly into one layer, then season with salt and pepper and place in oven. Roast until the carrots are soft and beginning to caramelize, 30 to 45 minutes.
- Remove carrots from oven, discard aromatics and set aside to cool.
- Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette. Combine blood-orange juice, vinegar, sugar and salt in a large mixing bowl, and whisk to incorporate. Slowly add the olive oil while continuing to whisk, until the dressing is emulsified. Add the carrots to the bowl, and toss to combine.
- Make the cumin crème fraîche. Combine the crème fraîche, lemon juice and remaining toasted cumin in a mixing bowl, and stir to combine. Thin the mixture slightly with a few tablespoons of water. Add a pinch of salt.
- Assemble the salad on a large serving plate. Put the crème fraîche in the center of the plate, and using the back of a spoon, spread it evenly across the bottom. Arrange the carrots on top of the crème fraîche. Sprinkle the onion and the nuts on top of the carrots, then add the supremes of blood orange. Sprinkle the herbs across the top of the salad, and finish with a pinch or two of salt. Make a mess when serving, so that everyone gets plenty of crème fraîche along with the vegetables.
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Suzan Andrew
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few simple ingredients, but the flavors are amazing. The roasted carrots are sweet and smoky, the dressing is tangy and bright, and the nuts and feta cheese add a nice crunch and salty flavor
Shahzaib Chandio
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted carrots. I had some leftover carrots from a previous meal and I didn't want them to go to waste. I threw them in this salad and they were delicious! The dressing is also very versatile. I've used i
Tarzan Mazook
[email protected]I'm always looking for ways to get my kids to eat more vegetables, and this salad is a winner! They love the sweet and tangy flavors, and they don't even realize they're eating carrots. I'm sneaking in their veggies and they're loving it!
Chimi Rinzin
[email protected]This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before a party and it held up perfectly. The flavors actually seemed to meld together even more over time. I highly recommend making this salad ahead of time if you're short on time.
Chris Hartness
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of carrots, but I really enjoyed this salad. The roasting process brings out the natural sweetness of the carrots, and the dressing is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I'll definitely be making this salad again.
Md MdAshik
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant. I'm impressed with how well the flavors work together. The roasted carrots are sweet and smoky, the dressing is tangy and bright, and the nuts and feta chees
Dave Latrouno
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill! The roasted carrots are a nice change from the usual lettuce or spinach, and the dressing is bursting with flavor. I'll definitely be adding this salad to m
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[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The roasted carrots are packed with nutrients, and the dressing is made with healthy ingredients like olive oil and balsamic vinegar. I feel good about eating this salad knowing that it'
Kawsar Op
[email protected]I made this salad for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the roasted carrots, tangy dressing, and crunchy nuts. I will definitely be making this salad again for future gatherings.
Oitijjo Gamer
[email protected]This salad is delicious! The roasted carrots are tender and flavorful, and the dressing is tangy and refreshing. I love the addition of the walnuts and feta cheese, which add a nice crunch and salty flavor. I will definitely be making this salad agai
Juan Antonio Avila
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family. The roasted carrots are so flavorful and the dressing is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I highly recommend this recipe!
Jamez Neisler
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover carrots. I roasted the carrots a little longer than the recipe called for, which gave them a nice caramelized flavor. The dressing was also very good. I used a combination of olive oil and balsamic vinegar
Baltibacha Bacha
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the sweet and tangy flavors. The carrots were roasted perfectly and the dressing was delicious. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Pemba lopchan Tamang
[email protected]This salad was easy to make and absolutely delicious. The roasted carrots were tender and flavorful, and the dressing was tangy and refreshing. I loved the addition of the walnuts and feta cheese, which added a nice crunch and salty flavor. I will de
Kat Klaws
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of carrot salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The roasted carrots were so flavorful and the dressing was perfect. I will definitely be making this again!
Shihab Shihab
[email protected]This roasted carrot salad was a delight! The combination of sweet carrots, tangy vinaigrette, and crunchy nuts was simply irresistible. I followed the recipe exactly and the results were stunning. The carrots were perfectly roasted, with a slightly c