Creamy roasted carrot dip with fresh ginger, tahini, and warm spices. Healthy appetizer in 40 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1.1 lbs carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
02 - 1 small garlic clove, peeled
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
→ Pantry
04 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
05 - 2 tablespoons tahini
06 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
07 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
10 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Garnish (optional)
11 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
12 - Sesame seeds
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F.
02 - Toss the carrot chunks and garlic clove with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt. Spread on a baking sheet.
03 - Roast for 25-30 minutes, until the carrots are tender and slightly caramelized. Let cool slightly.
04 - In a food processor, combine roasted carrots, garlic, ginger, tahini, lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, cumin, salt, and pepper.
05 - Blend until smooth, drizzling in the remaining olive oil. Add a splash of water if needed to reach desired consistency.
06 - Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
07 - Transfer to a bowl. Garnish with cilantro and sesame seeds if desired. Serve with fresh vegetables, pita chips, or crackers.
