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A bowl of Roasted Carrot Hummus garnished with chopped herbs and a cracker, placed on a blue plate beside a vintage spoon, surrounded by scattered crackers on a wooden surface.

Roasted Carrot Hummus

Chef Jenn
Roasted Carrot Hummus offers a creamy blend of sweet roasted carrots and earthy chickpeas, perfect as a dip or spread. With hints of garlic, lemon, and tahini, it's a colorful, nutrient-packed appetizer for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 6 servings
Calories 140 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound carrots peeled and cut into ½-inch pieces
  • 2 cloves garlic unpeeled
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil plus more for drizzling
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro chopped, plus 1 teaspoon for garnish
  • juice of 1 lemon
  • 5 tablespoons water
  • 2 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil for blending

Instructions
 

  • Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Toss the carrots and garlic cloves with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper. Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the carrots are tender and lightly caramelized. Let them cool slightly.
  • Remove the skins from the garlic.
  • Blend the roasted carrots, peeled garlic, tahini, cilantro, lemon juice, and water. Pulse until the mixture starts to come together.
  • Slowly drizzle in 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil. Continue blending until the hummus is creamy and smooth. If it’s too thick, add water a tablespoon at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Create a small well in the center and drizzle with a bit of olive oil. Sprinkle the remaining cilantro on top for a fresh finish.
  • Serve with pita chips, crunchy veggies, or any of your favorite dippers.

Notes

Chef Jenn's Tips

  • Roasting garlic in its skin softens the flavor and brings out its natural sweetness — don’t skip this step!
  • For a thinner consistency, add a little more water or lemon juice.
  • For extra flavor, sprinkle with smoked paprika or drizzle with chili oil before serving.
  • Adjust salt and lemon juice to taste if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 2gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 288mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 12644IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 41mgIron: 1mg

A Note on Nutritional Information

Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.

Keyword Healthy dip, homemade hummus, roasted carrot hummus
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