Imagine biting into a perfectly caramelized carrot, its natural sweetness enhanced by golden honey and a creamy tahini yogurt sauce that dances on your taste buds. This isn't just another vegetable side dish—this is a flavor explosion that will make you fall in love with carrots all over again! Our Honey Roasted Carrots with Tahini Yogurt recipe brings the vibrant and rich flavors of Middle Eastern cuisine right to your kitchen, promising a dish that's both incredibly simple to make and devastatingly delicious.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 1/2 cup yogurt
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Wash and peel the carrots, then cut them into uniform sticks approximately 3-4 inches long and 1/2 inch thick. This ensures even roasting and consistent cooking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper. Whisk the ingredients together until well blended and smooth.
- Add the carrot sticks to the honey-oil mixture and toss thoroughly, ensuring each carrot is evenly coated with the glaze.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are not overcrowded. This allows them to caramelize and roast properly.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, turning the carrots halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
- While carrots are roasting, prepare the tahini yogurt sauce. In a medium bowl, whisk together tahini, yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Remove carrots from the oven when they are tender and have golden, caramelized edges. Let them rest for 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer the roasted carrots to a serving platter and drizzle generously with the prepared tahini yogurt sauce.
- Optionally, garnish with fresh herbs like chopped parsley or mint for added freshness and color.
Tips
- Choose fresh, firm carrots for the best flavor and texture. Uniformly cut carrots ensure even roasting.
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet—give your carrots space to caramelize, not steam.
- Use a high-quality honey for the best natural sweetness and caramelization.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of ground cumin or za'atar to your honey-oil mixture.
- Let the carrots rest for a few minutes after roasting to allow their natural sugars to settle and intensify.
- The tahini yogurt sauce can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator, making meal prep even easier.
- Experiment with different herb garnishes like cilantro or dill to customize the flavor profile.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 5mg
