Cozy Roots Salad

Cozy Roots Salad

Cozy Roots Salad

Ingredients:
 
-For the salad-
 
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds
  • 1 small sweet potato, peeled and cubed
  • 1 small parsnip, peeled and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1-2 cups of arugula or radish microgreens
  • 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (optional - I didn't use them today)
 
-For the lemon-Dijon dressing-
 
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional - I didn't use them today)
  • salt and pepper to taste
 
Instructions:
 
  1. Roast the root vegetables
    • preheat your oven to 400F
    • on a baking sheet, toss the carrots, sweet potato and parsnip with olive oil, salt and pepper
    • spread them out in a single layer and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are tender and lightly browned
  2. Prepare the dressing
    • in a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey (if using), salt and pepper until smooth and emulsified
  3. Assemble the salad
    • once the roasted vegetables are down, let them cool slightly
    • in a large bowl, toss the roasted vegetables with the arugula (or radish) microgreens
    • drizzle the dressing over the top and gently toss to coat
    • top with pomegranate seeds (if using) for an extra pop of color and sweetness
  4. Serve
    • serve this Cozy Root Salad warm or at room temperature
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