1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

2. Wash, trim and peel carrots (if not organic) and slice them diagonally into coins. Add carrots, along with garlic and almonds, to a large bowl.

3. Melt coconut oil and pour over carrot mixture. Add salt and pepper to taste and toss to combine.

4. Spread carrot mixture onto a baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes, flipping/stirring a few times during roasting. While carrots are roasting, whisk together the olive oil, honey and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl. Set aside.

5. Once carrots are finished roasting, remove from oven and let cool for 10-15 minutes on the baking sheet. Once cool, add carrot mixture to a large bowl with the feta (if using) and dried cherries. Pour the dressing into the bowl and toss to combine. Garnish with the mint leaves before serving.