Description
Jamie Oliver’s carrot salad blends crisp carrots with zesty herbs and a tangy dressing. Mediterranean flavors shine through this simple yet delicious side dish, promising a refreshing experience you’ll want to savor again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 big bunch fresh mint (60 g/2.12 oz)
- 40 g/1.41 oz feta cheese
- 1 pomegranate
- 1 packet mixed cooked grains (250 g/8.82 oz)
- 350 g/12.35 oz mixed-color baby heritage carrots
Instructions
- Carrot Preparation: Rinse baby heritage carrots thoroughly, slicing larger ones lengthwise to ensure uniform cooking.
- Roasting Carrots: Heat skillet over medium-high, drizzle olive oil, add carrots, and season with kosher salt and black pepper. Sauté for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden-brown and tender.
- Dressing Creation: Extract pomegranate juice into a mixing bowl, whisk with red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, and finely chopped mint leaves. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Grain Warming: In the same skillet, reheat mixed grains with a splash of water, stirring to prevent sticking and ensure even temperature.
- Assembling Salad: Coat roasted carrots in mint vinaigrette, combine with warm grains, and mix thoroughly to blend flavors and textures.
- Final Presentation: Plate the salad, sprinkle pomegranate seeds, crumble feta cheese on top, and garnish with remaining fresh mint leaves for a vibrant, aromatic finish.
Notes
- Carrot Selection Matters: Choose small, uniform baby heritage carrots for consistent roasting and optimal caramelization.
- Sautéing Technique: Stir carrots occasionally to achieve golden-brown exterior and tender interior without burning.
- Dressing Balance: Taste and adjust vinaigrette seasoning for perfect flavor harmony between mint, vinegar, and olive oil.
- Serving Temperature: Combine warm grains with dressed carrots to create an exciting temperature and texture contrast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg