Roasted Carrots with Maple Feta Drizzle Recipe
This recipe features tender roasted carrots seasoned with smoky paprika and garlic, paired with a luscious maple feta drizzle. The combination of sweet maple syrup, tangy feta, and creamy Greek yogurt creates a delightful sauce that complements the caramelized carrots perfectly. Garnished with fresh parsley and crunchy nuts, this dish makes a flavorful and elegant side ideal for any meal.
- Author: Douaa
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Roasted Carrots
- 1 kg carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Maple Feta Drizzle
- ½ cup crumbled feta
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 ½ tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Water as needed to thin
Optional Garnish
- Chopped parsley
- Toasted walnuts or pecans
- Extra feta
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 200°C (400°F) to prepare for roasting the carrots evenly.
- Prepare Carrots: In a large bowl, toss the peeled and cut carrot sticks with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until they are well coated.
- Roast Carrots: Spread the seasoned carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway through to ensure they cook evenly and develop a caramelized, tender texture.
- Make Maple Feta Drizzle: While the carrots roast, combine the crumbled feta, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic powder in a blender or whisk together. Add small splashes of water as needed to reach a smooth, pourable consistency.
- Serve: Once cooked, transfer the roasted carrots to a serving plate. Drizzle generously with the maple feta sauce over the top.
- Garnish: Add chopped parsley, toasted walnuts or pecans, and extra feta cheese if desired for added freshness, crunch, and flavor.
- Enjoy Warm: Serve the dish warm as a flavorful side dish that brightens up any meal.
Notes
- You can substitute nuts according to preference or omit for a nut-free version.
- Adjust the maple syrup amount in the drizzle to balance sweetness to your taste.
- For a vegan version, replace feta and Greek yogurt with dairy-free alternatives.
- Carrots can be roasted whole or halved if sticks are unavailable; adjust roasting time accordingly.
- Leftover maple feta sauce can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and stirred well before use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 250g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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