Roasted Carrots and Cherry Tomatoes with Carrot-Top Pesto Dressing Recipe

Name: Roasted Carrots and Cherry Tomatoes with Carrot-Top Pesto Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 clove garlic; 2 packed cups carrot top leaves and tender stems, plus 8 to 12 large sprigs for garnish; 1/2 cup packed cilantro sprigs or parsley leaves; ⅓ cup plus 1 Tbs. coarsely chopped toasted walnuts, divided; 1/2 cup coarsely grated Parmesan cheese; 1 1/2 tsp. white balsamic vinegar, divided; ⅓ cup plus 1 Tbs. olive oil, divided; 1 lb. carrots, trimmed and cut lengthwise into sticks; 12 oz. large cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges; 2 Tbs. olive oil

Servings: persons

1 clove garlic
2 packed cups carrot top leaves and tender stems, plus 8 to 12 large sprigs for garnish
1/2 cup packed cilantro sprigs or parsley leaves
⅓ cup plus 1 Tbs. coarsely chopped toasted walnuts, divided
1/2 cup coarsely grated Parmesan cheese
1 1/2 tsp. white balsamic vinegar, divided
⅓ cup plus 1 Tbs. olive oil, divided
1 lb. carrots, trimmed and cut lengthwise into sticks
12 oz. large cherry tomatoes, halved
1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
2 Tbs. olive oil

1
To make Pesto: Mince garlic in food processor.
2
Add carrot tops, cilantro, and 1/3 cup toasted walnuts; process until finely chopped.
3
Add Parmesan, and process to combine.
4
Season with salt and pepper, if desired, and pulse in 1 tsp.
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vinegar.
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Gradually pour in 1/3 cup oil through tube with motor running; process until incorporated.
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(Pesto will be thick.)
8
Transfer half of Pesto to small bowl; reserve other half for another use.
9
Whisk remaining 1 Tbs.
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oil, remaining 1/2 tsp.
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vinegar, and 1 Tbs.
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very hot water into Pesto in bowl to achieve dressing consistency; set aside.
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To make Roasted Vegetables: Preheat oven to 450F.
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Combine carrots, tomatoes, onion, and oil in large bowl, and season with salt and pepper, if desired.
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Transfer to baking sheets.
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Roast 30 to 35 minutes, or until carrots are browned and tender and tomatoes are shriveled and dark around edges.
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Use thin spatula to loosen vegetables from baking sheets without breaking them up, and transfer to platter.
18
Dollop Pesto over Roasted Vegetables, top with remaining 1 Tbs.
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chopped walnuts, and garnish with carrot top sprigs.

835

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 clove garlic, 2 packed cups carrot top leaves and tender stems, plus 8 to 12 large sprigs for garnish, 1/2 cup packed cilantro sprigs or parsley leaves, ⅓ cup plus 1 Tbs. coarsely chopped toasted walnuts, divided, and more.

Yes, Roasted Carrots and Cherry Tomatoes with Carrot-Top Pesto Dressing falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Roasted Carrots and Cherry Tomatoes with Carrot-Top Pesto Dressing

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