Honey Roasted Carrots with Whipped Feta & Crispy Garlic

A platter of Honey Roasted Carrots garnished with herbs and crispy garlic slices, served on a bed of creamy spread. A gold serving utensil and a red-and-white striped towel are beside the plate.

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Honey Roasted Carrots with Whipped Feta & Crispy Garlic

For a side dish that will truly captivate your guests, look no further than these Honey Roasted Carrots. Layered on a bed of whipped feta and finished with a crispy garlic chili oil and a drizzle of honey.

Prep Time15

Cook Time30

Total Time45

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Honey Roasted Carrots, Honey Roasted Carrots Recipe

Servings: servings

Author: Sammy Montgoms

Equipment

1 baking tray

Ingredients

Carrots

2 bunches carrots peeled and cut into 2-inch barrels
see notes below
2 tbsp olive oil
salt to taste

Whipped Feta

200 grams feta cheese
2 tbsp plain greek yogurt
1-2 tbsp water to thin out the whipped feta cheese

Crispy Garlic Chili Oil

2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
4 garlic cloves thinly sliced
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped fine

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400 °F.
Wash, peel and slice your carrots into barrel-shaped pieces that are easy to eat in one bite.
To a large mixing bowl add the carrots, olive oil and a generous pinch of salt.
Toss to combine.
Add the carrots to a parchment lined baking pan and spread into an even layer.
Roast for 20-30 minutes, or until fork tender and slightly golden.
The timing will depend on the size of your carrots.
While the carrots are in the oven, prepare the whipped feta.
Add the feta and plain greek yogurt to a small blender or food processor and whip until smooth.
Add 1-2 tbsp of water to slightly thin out the whipped feta spread.
Spread evenly onto a serving platter.
Next, prepare the crispy garlic chili oil.
To a small saucepan add the olive oil, butter, sliced garlic and red pepper flakes.
Fry on low/medium heat until the garlic becomes golden and slightly crispy.
About 3 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the carrots onto the whipped feta, and spoon on the garlic chili crunch.
Finish with a drizzle of honey, fresh chopped parsley and flaky salt.

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Notes

Carrots: for the two bunches aim for 12-14 large carrots

Cheese alternatives: substitute the feta cheese for ricotta or goat cheese if desired.

Texture variations: for example you can add toasted nuts or seeds for added texture and crunch. Alternatively, add pomegranate seeds for their sweetness and crunch.

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