Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 4-6
What happens when the deep nuttiness of tahini meets the warm caramel notes of maple syrup? You get Spiced Maple & Tahini Roasted Carrots—a dish that’s earthy, sweet, and rich with umami depth. The natural sweetness of roasted carrots pairs beautifully with creamy tahini, while maple syrup and spices add a bold, unexpected twist. Perfect as a side dish, salad topper, or even a hearty vegetarian main! 🥕✨
Ingredients For Spiced Maple & Tahini Roasted Carrots�
🔥 For the Roasted Carrots:
☑ 1 lb (450g) whole carrots (peeled & trimmed) 🥕
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 olive oil
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 maple syrup 🍁
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 smoked paprika 🌿
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 ground cumin 🌿
☑ ¼ teaspoon🥄 sea salt 🧂
☑ ¼ teaspoon🥄 black pepper
🔥 For the Tahini Drizzle:
☑ ¼ cup tahini
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 lemon juice 🍋
☑ 1 teaspoon🥄 maple syrup 🍁
☑ 1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
☑ 2-3 tablespoons 🥄water (to thin the sauce)
🔥 For Garnish:
☑ Toasted sesame seeds 🌿
☑ Fresh parsley or cilantro 🌿
☑ Pomegranate seeds (optional, for extra sweetness) 🍒
👨🍳 Cooking Steps For Spiced Maple & Tahini Roasted Carrots�
🥕 Step 1: Roast the Carrots
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2️⃣ Toss carrots with olive oil, maple syrup, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
3️⃣ Arrange on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and caramelized.
🥕 Step 2: Make the Tahini Drizzle
1️⃣ In a bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, garlic, and water until smooth.
2️⃣ Adjust consistency by adding more water if needed.
🥕 Step 3: Assemble & Serve
1️⃣ Drizzle the roasted carrots with tahini sauce.
2️⃣ Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, fresh herbs, and pomegranate seeds (if using).
3️⃣ Serve warm as a side dish or over grains like quinoa for a hearty meal.
Sweet, nutty, and perfectly spiced—Spiced Maple & Tahini Roasted Carrots are a flavor-packed twist on a classic veggie! Who’s ready to dig in? 🥕🍁
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