Enjoy a fresh and vibrant Spring Salad with Roasted Veggies that combines the crispness of seasonal greens with the savory goodness of roasted vegetables, all topped with creamy goat cheese and crunchy sunflower seeds.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Salad
Method:Roasting
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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Greens:
2cups baby arugula
2cups mixed spring greens
Roasted Vegetables:
1cup asparagus (trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces)
1cup baby carrots (halved lengthwise)
1cup radishes (sliced)
1cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/2 red onion (thinly sliced)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Toppings:
1/4cup crumbled goat cheese
1/4cup toasted sunflower seeds
Optional: fresh herbs like dill or parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F.
Roast the vegetables: Toss asparagus, carrots, and radishes with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized. Let cool slightly.
Prepare the salad: In a large bowl, combine arugula, spring greens, roasted vegetables, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Toss gently to mix.
Add toppings: Top the salad with crumbled goat cheese, toasted sunflower seeds, and herbs if desired.
Serve: Serve immediately, optionally with vinaigrette on the side.
Notes
For added protein, top with grilled chicken or chickpeas.
You can swap goat cheese with feta or omit for a dairy-free option.