Roasted Carrots with Carrot-Top Pesto and Burrata Mozzarella

Sweet roasted carrots and creamy burrata served with a homemade walnut and carrot-top pesto and fresh basil garnish.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 636.3 kcals 2545.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 16.4 grams 65.5 grams
Fat 58.2 grams 232.8 grams
Protein 14.6 grams 58.4 grams
Cook Time
20 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
225
g
Burrata Mozzarella
Room temperature, drained, sliced
25
g
Parmesan
Finely grated
Fruits
NutsSeeds
1
handful
Basil
Leaves only
1
tsp
Sea Salt
To taste
1
handful
Basil
For pesto
55
g
Walnuts
Halves
1
clove
Garlic
Halved lengthwise
OilsFats
30
ml
Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
Divided use for roasting and dressing
110
ml
Vegetables
20
piece
Carrots
Small, scrubbed well, not peeled, tops reserved
40
g
Carrot Tops
Delicate sprigs, stems removed
100
g
Carrot Tops
Roughly chopped for pesto

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to its highest temperature with a rack in the centre.
  • Heat 30ml oil in a heavy ovenproof pan over high heat until lightly smoking.
  • Add carrots and salt, tossing to coat thoroughly.
  • Sear carrots for 6 to 8 minutes until browned in spots.
  • Roast in the oven for 8 to 12 minutes until tender, then cool slightly.
  • Toss 40g carrot tops and basil leaves in a bowl.
  • Whisk 30ml oil with lemon juice and salt for the dressing.
  • Pulse carrot tops and basil in a food processor for the pesto.
  • Add walnuts, Parmesan, garlic, and salt, then pulse again.
  • Slowly blend in 110ml oil until the pesto is combined but chunky.
  • Arrange burrata and carrots on a platter and top with pesto and garnish.