Roasted Carrots with Tahini and Pistachio
By Recipes Worth Cooking Test Kitchen
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: Middle Eastern-inspired
Description:
Sweet roasted carrots get a nutty tahini drizzle, lemon, herbs, and pistachios for an easy side with enough polish for a holiday table.
Ingredients:
- 2.00 Tablespoon olive oil
- 2.00 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 1.00 Teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.75 Teaspoon ground cumin
- 1.00 Teaspoon honey
- 2.00 Pound carrots
- 0.33 Cup tahini
- 0.25 Cup pistachios
- 0.25 Cup mint
Instructions:
- Heat the oven to 425 F. Toss carrots with olive oil, cumin, and 3/4 teaspoon salt on a rimmed sheet pan.
- Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, turning once, until browned and tender.
- Whisk the tahini, lemon juice, honey, remaining salt, and 2 tablespoons cold water until smooth.
- Add more water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until the sauce is drizzleable.
- Transfer carrots to a platter, drizzle with tahini sauce, and finish with pistachios and mint.
Notes:
- Very thick carrots should be quartered so they cook evenly.
- Maple syrup can replace honey.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Source: https://recipesworthcooking.com/roasted-carrots-tahini-pistachio/export/