Description
A delightful spiced roasted carrots dish topped with a drizzle of hot honey, yogurt, fresh basil, and pine nuts, perfect as a side dish or appetizer.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
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- 2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut on a bias into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon salted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Yogurt Sauce
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- 1 (5.3-ounce) container full-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest, divided
Toppings
- 1 ounce fresh basil, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted and coarsely chopped
- 2–4 tablespoons hot honey or regular honey
Instructions
- Prepare for roasting: Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season the carrots: In a large bowl, toss the carrots with the melted butter and avocado oil. Sprinkle with paprika, garlic powder, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper, ensuring they are evenly coated. Spread the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast the carrots: Roast the carrots for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and lightly caramelized. Alternatively, use an air fryer at 380°F for 20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Prepare the yogurt sauce: In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with 1 teaspoon lemon zest and 2 teaspoons lemon juice until smooth.
- Assemble the dish: Spread the yogurt mixture onto the bottom of a serving platter. Arrange the roasted carrots on top. Drizzle with hot honey (or regular honey) and garnish with basil, pine nuts, and the remaining 1 teaspoon lemon zest.
- Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Yogurt: The yogurt mixture may begin to separate if left out for too long. Keep refrigerated until just before serving for the best consistency.
- Nuts: Feel free to swap pine nuts for other nuts like pecans, walnuts, or pistachios. Keep in mind that these will bring a slightly different flavor to the dish.
- Hot Honey: Adjust the amount of honey based on your heat preference. Regular honey works great for a milder flavor.
- Carrot Alternatives: Baby carrots can also be used but may require less roasting time.
- Air Fryer Tip: For best results in the air fryer, ensure the carrots are in a single layer to allow even cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
