Roasted Carrots with WhippedFeta

Crispy Roasted, Creamy Feta Delight

Senny

2 min read

Roasted Carrots with Whipped Feta is a visually appealing and flavorful Western-style light dish. Golden roasted carrots, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, paired with a light and creamy Greek feta cheese sauce, offer an ultimate temptation to the taste buds with every bite.

👉🏻Ingredients list⚠️

  • 4 fresh carrots (medium-sized)

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • Salt, to taste

  • Black pepper, to taste

  • 200g Greek feta cheese

  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon honey

  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)

  • A pinch of fresh herbs (like parsley or mint), chopped for garnish

👉🏻✨DIRECTIONS:

  1. Prepare Carrots: Wash and peel the carrots, then cut them into long strips about 1 cm thick.

  2. Season: In a large bowl, mix the carrot strips with olive oil, salt, and black pepper, ensuring each carrot is coated with the oil mixture.

  3. Roast: Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F). Spread the carrots evenly on a baking sheet and roast for about 20-25 minutes, until they are golden brown and slightly caramelized.

  4. Make Feta Cheese Sauce: In a small bowl, combine feta cheese, lemon juice, honey, and minced garlic. Use a fork or blender to mix until smooth and free of lumps.

  5. Assemble: Arrange the roasted carrots on a plate, drizzle with feta cheese sauce, and sprinkle with chopped fresh herbs before serving.

👉🏻✨TIPS

  • Try to keep the carrot strips uniform in size for even roasting.

  • Adjust the salt and black pepper to taste.

  • Add more flavor elements like crushed nuts or extra olive oil to the feta cheese sauce as preferred.

👉🏻✨BENEFITS

  • This dish not only boasts vibrant colors and an appetizing appearance but also provides abundant dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals. The beta-carotene in carrots, in particular, contributes to vision health and immune system boosting.

✨NUTRITIONAL ASPECTS:

  • Carrots: Rich in beta-carotene, vitamins A, C, K, and potassium, aiding in antioxidation and immune enhancement.

  • Feta Cheese: High in protein, calcium, and probiotics, beneficial for bone health and gut health.

  • Olive Oil: Rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, beneficial for heart health.