This dish combines sweet and spiced roasted carrots with a creamy, tangy whipped feta dip for a flavorful appetizer or side. Perfect for sharing!
Ingredients
For the Roasted Carrots:
1 pound baby carrots, trimmed (leave a small portion of the green stem for a rustic look, if desired)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Fresh parsley, finely chopped, for garnish
For the Whipped Feta Dip:
6 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
2 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
⅓ cup olive oil
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Step 1: Roast the Carrots
Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the Carrots: Halve any larger baby carrots lengthwise for even cooking. Arrange the carrots on a large baking sheet.
Make the Glaze: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, ground cumin, smoked paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Coat and Roast: Drizzle the glaze over the carrots and toss to coat thoroughly. Spread the carrots out in a single layer on the baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and slightly caramelized.
Step 2: Make the Whipped Feta Dip
Blend the Ingredients: In a food processor, combine feta cheese, cream cheese, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
Serve the Dip: Transfer the whipped feta to a serving bowl and set aside.
Step 3: Serve
Assemble: Place the roasted carrots on a serving plate and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Add the Whipped Feta: Serve the whipped feta dip on the side for dipping, or spoon it directly over the carrots for a delicious combination.
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