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Roasted Carrots with Whipped Feta

These roasted carrots with whipped feta are tender, caramelized, and served over a creamy, garlicky feta spread. A simple yet elegant side dish perfect for holidays or everyday dinners.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
SERVINGS: 4 servings

Ingredients

For the carrots

  • 1 lb carrots about 8, peeled or scrubbed
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the whipped feta

  • 8 oz feta cheese crumbled
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt 8% preferred
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice

For serving

  • Chopped parsley
  • Pomegranate seeds optional

Instructions

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  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss carrots with oil, maple syrup, paprika, and cumin.
  • Roast 15 minutes, drizzle with reserved marinade, then roast 10–15 minutes more.
  • Blend feta, yogurt, olive oil, garlic, and lemon until smooth.
  • Spread feta on plate, top with carrots, garnish, and serve.

Notes

  • Use carrots of similar thickness for even roasting
  • Adjust spices to taste — cumin is optional
  • Taste whipped feta before adding salt
  • Pomegranate seeds add brightness but are optional

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 447kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 53mg | Sodium: 745mg | Potassium: 523mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 19436IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 390mg | Iron: 1mg