Honey Harissa Carrots With Whipped Feta
Delight in the vibrant flavors of Honey Harissa Carrots With Whipped Feta! This dish transforms simple roasted carrots into a gourmet experience with sweet honey and spicy harissa, all served atop a luscious whipped feta base. Perfect for any occasion, from dinner parties to weeknight meals, these carrots are not only visually stunning but also incredibly satisfying. Paired beautifully with warm flatbreads or grilled chicken, they make a versatile addition to your table. Enjoy the explosion of textures and tastes that will leave everyone wanting more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
- Carrots
- Olive oil
- Cinnamon
- Lemon
- Greek yogurt
- Feta
- Cooked chickpeas
- Honey
- Rose harissa paste
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
- Trim the tops off the carrots and place them in a roasting tray. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Roast for 30 minutes until tender.
- In a pestle and mortar, combine chopped carrot tops with lemon juice and olive oil to create a chunky green sauce.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt and crumbled feta, seasoning to taste.
- Add drained chickpeas to the roasting tray after 30 minutes and roast for an additional 15 minutes until crispy.
- Mix honey and rose harissa paste in a bowl; pour over roasted carrots and chickpeas, tossing to coat.
- Serve by spooning whipped feta onto a plate and topping with the roasted mixture. Drizzle with carrot top oil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg