Roasted Carrots with Tahini Sauce and Za'atar

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)

Difficulty

easy

Time

40m

Price Category

cheap

Calories

Medium

This recipe offers a simple yet incredibly flavorful way to elevate humble carrots. The sweet, caramelized taste of roasted carrots perfectly complements the creamy, lemony tahini sauce, while the za'atar spice blend adds a unique Middle Eastern aroma. It's ideal as a side dish, appetizer, or even a light vegetarian main. Prepare it and enjoy the harmony of flavors!

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.

	Per 100g	Per Serving 250g
Calories	140 kcal	350 kcal
Protein	3.5g	8.8g
Fat	9g	22.5g
Carbohydrate	12g	30g
Fiber	4g	10g
Sugar	6g	15g

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Roasted Carrots with Tahini Sauce and Za'atar

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ingredients

Steps

Prepare Carrots

Roast Carrots

Make Tahini Sauce

Serve

Extra Tips

► Cut the carrots into uniform sizes so they roast evenly.

► If you prefer a thicker tahini sauce, use less water or add a bit more tahini.

► Experiment with other spices like cumin or smoked paprika alongside the za'atar for extra flavor.

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