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Honey Roasted Carrot Salad with Feta & Arugula

A bright, healthy salad made with roasted honey-glazed carrots, creamy feta, and peppery arugula. It’s quick, flavorful, and perfect for weeknights or lunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: brunch, dinner, lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Calories: 340
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 6 –8 medium carrots peeled and cut into sticks
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp ground cumin optional
  • 4 cups fresh arugula
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts or almonds
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Toss carrots with olive oil, honey, salt, pepper, and cumin.
  3. Roast on a baking sheet for 18–22 minutes until tender and golden.
  4. Whisk dressing with lemon juice, olive oil, honey, and Dijon.
  5. Assemble salad: place arugula on a platter, top with warm carrots, feta, and nuts.
  6. Drizzle dressing and serve warm or at room temperature.