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Roasted Carrot and White Bean Salad
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Roasted Carrot and White Bean Salad with Apricot-Harissa

Roasted carrot salad with white beans, apricot-harissa, and pistachios. A vibrant veggie side dish that is perfect for holiday hosting or weeknight dinners.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, middle eastern
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 -6 servings

Equipment

  • Large baking sheet
  • Mixing bowls

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. multicolored carrots thinly sliced at a diagonal
  • 2 medium shallots quartered
  • 4 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1 Tbsp. harissa (such as Mina brand)
  • 1 Tbsp. apricot preserves
  • 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp. minced fresh garlic
  • 1 (15-oz.) can small white beans, such as Great Northern or navy beans
  • 1/4 Tbsp. roasted, salted pistachios, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup tender herbs (such as fresh parsley or dill), torn (if your carrot bunch came with leafy green tops attached, use those instead)

Optional for Serving

  • 1/2 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt, labneh, or whipped feta

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss carrots and shallots in 2 Tbsp. of the oil, cumin, and salt; arrange on a large baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes, tossing once halfway through.
  • Meanwhile, prepare dressing by combing remaining 2 Tbsp. olive oil, harissa, apricot preserves, lemon juice, and garlic; whisk to combine.
  • Add white beans and half of dressing to pan with roasted carrots; gently toss to coat. Place back in the oven for 5 more minutes.
    Spread yogurt or whipped feta (if using) on a serving platter. Top with carrot and white bean mixture, and drizzle remaining dressing overtop. Garnish with pistachios, fresh herbs, and another pinch of salt (if desired); enjoy warm.

Notes

  • Follow these instructions for whipped feta if you'd like to try it! I personally LOVE it with this salad, however Greek yogurt or even a drizzle of tahini is also delicious. 

Nutrition

Serving: 0.75cup | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 375mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 8g