Roasted Carrots with Cumin Yogurt

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Roasted Carrots with Cumin Yogurt
45 min.
8
86kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and delicious side dish to elevate your meals? Look no further than these Roasted Carrots with Cumin Yogurt! Not only are they incredibly easy to make, but they also offer a delightful combination of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe showcases the natural sweetness of thumbelina carrots, which are roasted to perfection, achieving a tender interior and a beautifully caramelized exterior.

The magic truly happens with the cumin yogurt sauce that accompanies the carrots. Infused with warm spices like coriander and cumin, paired with zesty lime and orange juice, this creamy topping adds a depth of flavor that transforms ordinary roasted vegetables into a standout dish. The addition of fresh cilantro and crunchy toasted sesame seeds provides a burst of freshness and texture, making every bite a celebration of taste.

With just 86 calories per serving, this dish is not only healthy but also colorful and appealing on any plate. Perfect for gatherings, family dinners, or even the weeknight table, Roasted Carrots with Cumin Yogurt are bound to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Get ready to enjoy a restaurant-quality side dish right at home!

Ingredients

  •  bay leaves 
  • 0.5 cup cilantro leaves with tender stems, plus more for serving
  • teaspoon coriander seeds 
  • teaspoon cumin seeds 
  • tablespoon thyme sprigs fresh
  • servings pepper freshly ground
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • tablespoons orange juice fresh
  • cup greek yogurt plain
  • tablespoon sesame seed toasted
  • pounds frangelico scrubbed cut into 2" pieces
  • pounds frangelico scrubbed cut into 2" pieces

Equipment

  • food processor
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Toss carrots, orangejuice, thyme, bay leaves, and 1/2 cup oil on arimmed baking sheet; season with salt andpepper. Roast, tossing halfway through,until golden brown and soft, 30–35 minutes;remove bay leaves.
  2. Meanwhile, toast coriander in a small dryskillet over medium-high heat, tossing, untilfragrant, about 1 minute; transfer to a plate.Repeat with cumin.
  3. Let cool; coarsely chop.
  4. Purée coriander, cumin, yogurt, limejuice, 1/4 cup cilantro, and remaining 2 tablespoonsoil in a food processor until smooth; seasonwith salt and pepper.
  5. Serve carrots topped with cumin yogurt,cilantro, and sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts

Calories86kcal
Protein13.34%
Fat76.13%
Carbs10.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.13
Glycemic Load
0.33
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
2.9278261220973%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Hesperetin
0.68mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.4mg
Quercetin
0.55mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:86.16kcal
4.31%
Fat:7.47g
11.5%
Saturated Fat:1.04g
6.51%
Carbohydrates:2.33g
0.78%
Net Carbohydrates:1.88g
0.68%
Sugar:1.22g
1.36%
Cholesterol:1.25mg
0.42%
Sodium:10.4mg
0.45%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.95g
5.9%
Vitamin K:7.36µg
7.01%
Vitamin E:1.02mg
6.78%
Vitamin C:4.44mg
5.38%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.81%
Calcium:47.26mg
4.73%
Phosphorus:45.14mg
4.51%
Selenium:2.92µg
4.17%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.75%
Iron:0.61mg
3.38%
Copper:0.06mg
3.03%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.92%
Magnesium:10.48mg
2.62%
Vitamin A:124.85IU
2.5%
Potassium:70.33mg
2.01%
Fiber:0.45g
1.79%
Zinc:0.26mg
1.74%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.63%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.4%
Folate:5.28µg
1.32%
Vitamin B5:0.1mg
1.04%
Source:Epicurious