Description
This recipe features delicious roasted baby carrots seasoned with warm spices and honey, paired with a creamy whipped feta dip. The combination of the sweet and spiced carrots with tangy, smooth feta makes for a perfect appetizer or side dish that is both flavorful and elegant.
Ingredients
Scale
Roasted Carrots
- 1 pound baby carrots (trimmed, leaving some of the green stems)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Whipped Feta Dip
- 6 ounces feta cheese
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- â…“ cup olive oil
- â…› teaspoon salt
- â…› teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the carrots until tender and caramelized.
- Toss Carrots with Seasonings: In a mixing bowl, combine the baby carrots with olive oil, honey, ground cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to ensure the carrots are evenly coated with the flavorful spice mixture.
- Roast the Carrots: Spread the seasoned carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and slightly caramelized, stirring halfway through the cooking time for even roasting.
- Prepare the Whipped Feta Dip: While the carrots roast, place the feta cheese, cream cheese, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper into a food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to combine thoroughly.
- Serve: Transfer the roasted carrots to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve alongside the whipped feta dip for dipping or spreading.
Notes
- You can substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan option if using vegan cheeses.
- Adjust the spices to your preference for more or less heat and flavor complexity.
- The whipped feta dip can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Use fresh herbs like dill or thyme for garnish to add extra fragrance and flavor.
