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Roasted and Raw Carrot Salad with Hazelnuts and Rocket

This roasted and raw carrot salad offers a beautiful contrast of textures and temperatures, making it a sophisticated addition to any heart-healthy menu. By combining honey-glazed roasted carrots with crisp, fresh ribbons, the dish captures the natural sweetness of the vegetable in two distinct ways. The addition of peppery rocket and toasted hazelnuts provides a satisfying crunch and depth of flavour that elevates these humble root vegetables into something truly special.

Perfect for a light lunch or a vibrant side dish, this vegetarian salad is rich in nutrients and uses heart-healthy fats from extra-virgin olive oil and nuts. The tangy sherry vinegar and Dijon mustard dressing cuts through the sweetness of the honey beautifully. Serve it as a colourful centrepiece for a seasonal lunch or alongside grilled proteins for a nutritious midweek meal.

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Ingredients for Roasted and Raw Carrot Salad with Hazelnuts and Rocket

  • 60ml extra-virgin olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons

  • 3 tablespoons sherry vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • Salt

  • freshly ground pepper

  • 2 tablespoons honey

  • 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin

  • 675g young carrots, trimmed, scrubbed and diagonally sliced into 3-inch long pieces

  • 675g young carrots, shaved into ribbons

  • 2 cups rocket

  • 1/4 cup chopped toasted hazelnuts

How to make Roasted and Raw Carrot Salad with Hazelnuts and Rocket

Preheat oven to 232°C.

In a small bowl, whisk together 60ml oil with the vinegar and mustard. Season with salt and pepper.

In another small bowl, whisk together honey, 2 tablespoons oil, and cumin. Place carrot pieces on a large rimmed baking sheet, gently toss with honey mixture and season with salt and pepper. Roast until tender with brown edges, about 20 minutes. Let cool to room temperature.

Place raw carrot ribbons on a serving platter. Top with roasted carrot wedges, rocket, and hazelnuts; drizzle with dressing.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

Article history

The information on this page is peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.

  • 16 Jan 2026 | Originally published

    Authored by:

    UK recipe editors

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    UK recipe editors
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