Tasty Carrot Dip
Transform your snack time with this vibrant and flavorful Tasty Carrot Dip! This creamy, easy-to-make recipe combines naturally sweet cooked carrots with bold flavors like garlic, tahini, cumin, and a hint of fresh lemon juice for a zesty, satisfying kick. Perfect as a healthy appetizer or a versatile spread, this dip is both vegan and gluten-free, making it a crowd-pleaser for any gathering. Its silky texture and beautiful orange hue make it as visually appealing as it is delicious. Garnish with fresh parsley, and serve alongside pita bread, crackers, or crunchy veggies for a wholesome and irresistible treat. Ready in just 30 minutes, this nutritious dip is as quick as it is delightful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium carrots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash, peel, and chop the carrots into 1-inch pieces to ensure even cooking.
In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add the chopped carrots and cook for 15–20 minutes or until they are tender and easy to pierce with a fork.
While the carrots are cooking, peel the garlic cloves.
Once the carrots are cooked, drain and allow them to cool for a few minutes.
In a food processor, combine the cooked carrots, garlic, olive oil, tahini, lemon juice, ground cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and water.
Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy. You may adjust the consistency by adding a little more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if desired.
Taste the carrot dip and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more lemon juice, salt, or spices to suit your preference.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if using.
Serve the dip with crackers, pita bread, or fresh vegetables, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
592 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.6 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1402 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.4 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.5 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2444 mg | 188% | |
| Iron | 10717.3 mg | 59541% | |
| Potassium | 1096 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
