Easy Roasted Carrots & Lentil Salad with Honey Dijon Dressing
This roasted carrot and lentil salad is warm, hearty, and full of fresh flavor. Sweet roasted carrots, tender lentils, fresh herbs, and crunchy vegetables are tossed in a simple honey Dijon dressing that makes everything taste bright and balanced.
It’s healthy, filling, and perfect for lunch, meal prep, or an easy Mediterranean-style dinner.
Prep Time & Servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the Salad
5–6 carrots, peeled and sliced
1 cup cooked lentils
1 cucumber, diced
¼ red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper
For the Honey Dijon Dressing
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
Juice of 1 lemon
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Add-Ins
Feta cheese
Avocado
Pumpkin seeds
Arugula
Roasted chickpeas
Instructions
1. Roast the Carrots
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
Spread the carrots on a baking sheet and toss with:
olive oil
paprika
salt
pepper
Roast for about 25–30 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
2. Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together:
olive oil
Dijon mustard
honey
lemon juice
garlic
salt
pepper
The dressing should taste sweet, tangy, and fresh.
3. Build the Salad
In a large bowl, combine:
cooked lentils
cucumber
red onion
parsley
Add the roasted carrots on top.
4. Toss Everything Together
Drizzle the honey Dijon dressing over the salad and gently toss.
Add any optional toppings you like.
5. Serve
Serve warm or chilled.
It tastes even better after sitting for a little while.
Helpful Tips
Roast the carrots until the edges get slightly golden for the best flavor
Use fresh lemon juice for a brighter dressing
French green lentils hold their shape best in salads
Add feta for a creamy salty finish
Nutritional Information
Calories: 340
Protein: 11g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 10g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Sodium: 320mg