ROASTED CARROT AND AVOCADO SALAD
In 2012, carrots, those little spark plugs in a salad or a stew, were having a moment. Chefs across the country were showcasing handsome, meaty specimens in a rainbow of colors, dressed and garnished without a sliver of meat or fish. Well, maybe a touch of bacon. This salad begins with carrots roasted in a spicy paste. It's finished with smooth avocado, sprouts, sour cream and pumpkin seeds.
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories salads and dressings, side dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. In a small food processor or a mortar, pulse or pound the garlic with the cumin, thyme, chile flakes, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 3/4 teaspoon pepper to make a paste. Add vinegar and 2 tablespoons of the oil, and mix well.
- Arrange carrots in a roasting pan and spread spice paste on top. Place orange and lemon halves, cut side down, on carrots. Roast until carrots are tender and starting to brown, about 45 minutes.
- Using tongs, arrange carrots on a serving platter. With a dishtowel to protect your hands, squeeze juice from the roasted orange and lemon halves into a measuring cup. You should have about 1/2 cup juice. Beat in remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle some of this sauce over the carrots.
- Arrange avocado over carrots, then scatter sprouts on top. Drizzle with reserved sauce, top with dollops of sour cream and a sprinkling of the seeds. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 333, UnsaturatedFat 20 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 676 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Iyasu Gemeda Mosisa
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted carrots. It's also a great make-ahead dish.
Finiuy8iu Finiuy8iu
[email protected]I found this salad to be a bit bland. I think it could use some more seasoning.
Kashif Anwar
[email protected]This salad is a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try using less honey in the dressing next time.
Rider MOMIN MIA
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of avocado, but I really enjoyed this salad. The avocado adds a creamy richness that balances out the sweetness of the carrots.
Kakooza Henry
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of veggies. It's packed with carrots, avocado, and other healthy ingredients.
NH BD58
[email protected]I love the vibrant colors in this salad. It's so visually appealing.
Sheeraz shah
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and interesting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique, flavorful, and healthy. I'll definitely be making it again!
Rb gamer
[email protected]I added some crumbled feta cheese to my salad, and it was delicious! I think it would also be good with goat cheese or blue cheese.
Sandip kushmi
[email protected]The dressing for this salad is amazing! It's tangy, sweet, and just a little bit spicy.
Jan Jan
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make, and it's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner. I love that it's also vegan and gluten-free.
Akash Tmg
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of carrot salads, but this one changed my mind. The roasting process brings out the natural sweetness of the carrots, and the avocado adds a creamy richness. Yum!
Blessings Phiri
[email protected]This roasted carrot and avocado salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of sweet carrots, creamy avocado, and tangy dressing was absolutely delicious.