Name: Roasted Carrots with Tahini Sauce and Za'atar
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1000 g Carrots, peeled and cut; 2 tbsp Olive oil; 1 tsp Salt; 0.5 tsp Freshly ground black pepper; 80 g Tahini; 2 tbsp Freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1 clove Garlic, minced; 4-6 tbsp Cold water (to thin the sauce); 1.5 tbsp Za'atar spice blend; 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

Prepare Carrots

Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan-assisted). Peel and cut the carrots into desired sizes (e.g., halved, then quartered lengthwise). In a large bowl, toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Roast Carrots

Roast the carrots in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized at the edges. Flip them halfway through to ensure even roasting.

Make Tahini Sauce

While the carrots are roasting, prepare the tahini sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add cold water, stirring continuously, until you achieve a creamy, pourable consistency. Add more water if it's too thick.

Serve

Remove the roasted carrots from the oven. Arrange them on a serving platter, drizzle generously with the tahini sauce, then sprinkle with za'atar spice blend and chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately while warm.

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