Description
Balsamic Carrots with Orange Tahini Yogurt is an elegant and flavorful side dish featuring roasted balsamic-glazed carrots, crispy spiced chickpeas, and a creamy orange tahini yogurt spread—perfect for gatherings or sophisticated meals.
Ingredients
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- For the Carrots:
- 1 lb carrots, peeled
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Crispy Chickpeas:
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained, rinsed, and patted dry
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
- For the Orange Tahini Yogurt:
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss carrots with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
- Spread carrots on a baking tray and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
- Meanwhile, toss chickpeas with olive oil, smoked paprika, and salt. Spread on a second tray and roast for 20–25 minutes until crispy.
- In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, tahini, orange juice, orange zest, and salt until smooth.
- To serve, spread orange tahini yogurt on a serving plate. Top with roasted carrots and crispy chickpeas.
- Drizzle with additional balsamic glaze if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use rainbow carrots for a visually striking presentation.
- Chickpeas can be made ahead and kept crisp in an airtight container.
- Substitute yogurt with a dairy-free version for a fully vegan dish.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or mint for added freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasted
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
