Spring Recipe: Cumin-Roasted Carrots with Dill Yogurt
The caramelized sweetness of the roasted carrots plays well with the herbed yogurt sauce and spiced pepitas. Look for carrots that are around the same size so they cook evenly.
Ingredients
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4 tablespoons melted coconut oil, divided
- ½ cup raw pepitas
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, divided
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½ teaspoon ground cumin
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¼ cup honey
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2 tablespoons cumin seeds, crushed
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2 teaspoons coriander seeds, crushed
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2 teaspoons smoked paprika, divided
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½ teaspoon ground pepper
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2 tablespoons minced garlic plus 2 teaspoons, divided
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2 teaspoons lime juice
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3 pounds small or medium carrots
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2 cups nonfat plain Greek yogurt
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½ cup finely chopped fresh dill
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3 tablespoons light mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1 teaspoon lemon zest
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2 teaspoons lemon juice
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Fresh chives & lime zest for garnish
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Toss pepitas, 1 tablespoon coconut oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and ground cumin in a medium bowl. Spread into an even layer on the prepared pan. Bake the pepitas, stirring once, until golden brown and toasted, 10 to 12 minutes.
3. Increase oven temperature to 425 degrees.
4. Heat the remaining 3 tablespoons coconut oil, honey, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, 1 teaspoon paprika, pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small saucepan over medium heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in 2 tablespoons garlic and lime juice.
5. If using medium carrots, halve lengthwise. Place carrots on a large rimmed baking sheet or roasting pan, pour the honey mixture over them and toss well. Spread into an even layer. Roast the carrots, flipping halfway through, until tender and lightly browned, about 40 minutes.
6. Meanwhile, whisk yogurt, dill, mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, the remaining 2 teaspoons garlic, 1 teaspoon paprika and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl.
7. Serve the carrots with the sauce and pepitas. Garnish with chives and lime zest, if desired.
Recipe from eatingwell.com
