Description
These Harissa Maple Carrots with Whipped Feta are a flavorful and vibrant side dish that will elevate any meal. The sweet and spicy glazed carrots paired with the creamy whipped feta create a perfect balance of flavors.
Ingredients
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For the Harissa Maple Carrots:
- 2 lbs large carrots, washed & cut into thick slices on the diagonal
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter
- 1.5 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1 tbsp harissa paste
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Whipped Feta:
- 8 oz feta cheese
- 1 cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1 tbsp fresh dill (packed)
- Kosher salt to taste
For Topping (Optional):
- Crumbled feta
- Pitted & chopped Medjool dates
- Fresh dill
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, toss the harissa maple carrot ingredients until coated. Spread on the baking sheet without overlapping. Bake for 20-25 minutes, then broil for additional browning. Let cool.
- In a food processor, blend all whipped feta ingredients until smooth.
- Spread whipped feta in a serving dish, top with harissa maple carrots, crumbled feta, chopped dates, fresh dill, and black pepper.
Notes
- I prefer to just wash the carrots thoroughly instead of peeling, but you can also peel them if you’d like.
- Trader Joe’s brand of harissa is spicier; adjust quantity if using a milder brand like Mina.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 55mg