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Harissa Roasted Carrots with Whipped Feta Recipe

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Harissa Roasted Carrots with Whipped Feta is a vibrant, flavorful dish featuring tender roasted petite carrots coated in a spicy-sweet harissa glaze, served atop a creamy, zesty whipped feta spread. This recipe offers an exciting balance of smoky, tangy, and sweet flavors, perfect as a side dish or a light vegetarian appetizer.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Carrots and Seasoning

  • 1 lb. petite carrots, peeled and trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon Aleppo pepper
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

Harissa Glaze

  • 1 tablespoon harissa paste (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Whipped Feta

  • 1 garlic clove
  • 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled or broken into pieces
  • ½ – ¾ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream (start with ½ cup and add more if needed)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Garnish

  • Chopped cilantro or mint (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat it to 425ºF to ensure even, high-heat roasting of the carrots.
  2. Toss Carrots with Seasoning: Place the peeled and trimmed carrots on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with avocado oil. In a small bowl, combine ground coriander, Aleppo pepper, and kosher salt; sprinkle the seasoning over the carrots. Toss to coat evenly and arrange carrots in a single layer for optimal roasting. Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through; thicker carrots may require up to 35 minutes. Check tenderness with a fork.
  3. Make Whipped Feta: While carrots roast, mince the garlic clove finely in a food processor. Add the crumbled feta cheese, ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and olive oil. Pulse until a thick, spreadable mixture forms. If too thick or salty, add the remaining ¼ cup yogurt/sour cream to adjust texture. For thinner whipped feta, pulse for an additional 20-60 seconds carefully to avoid becoming watery. Transfer whipped feta to a serving platter.
  4. Baste with Harissa Glaze: In a small bowl, mix harissa paste and honey. When carrots are tender, remove from the oven and baste evenly with the harissa-honey glaze. Return to the oven and roast an additional 5-7 minutes until the glaze caramelizes and coats the carrots beautifully.
  5. Serve: Allow the roasted carrots to cool slightly. Arrange them over the whipped feta spread. Sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro or mint for a fresh herbal touch before serving.

Notes

  • Use petite or thin carrots for even roasting and tenderness; thicker carrots may require longer cooking time.
  • Adjust the amount of harissa paste based on your preferred spice level.
  • If feta is too salty, adding more yogurt or sour cream balances the flavor.
  • Whipped feta can be made ahead and refrigerated; bring to room temperature before serving.
  • Substitute cilantro or mint with parsley for a different fresh herb flavor.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/harissa-roasted-carrots-with-whipped-feta-recipe/