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Moroccan Spiced Roasted Carrots

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Transport your tastebuds to Africa with this Moroccan spiced roasted carrots side dish drizzled with a creamy yogurt dressing.

Moroccan Spiced Roasted Carrots

One of the reasons I love dining out in restaurants is because I am always inspired to recreate certain dishes in my own way once I get back home. In fact, if you ever find yourself in a cooking rut I urge you to check out a new hot spot in town or hit the road and find a new favorite across town. 

Moroccan Spiced Roasted Carrots with Yogurt Sauce - a fast and healthy side dish recipe

Recently I enjoyed a delicious Moroccan carrot salad at a local restaurant downtown. When I got home, I couldn’t wait to try and mimic the flavor profile so I quickly started playing around with classic African spices including turmeric, cinnamon and ground ginger.

Moroccan Spiced Roasted Carrots with Lemon Yogurt Sauce - a flavorful side dish recipe

To make the carrots sweet and tender I decided to roast them in the oven until they were perfectly caramelized but still firm to the bite. For a quick dressing I whisked together plain yogurt, lemon juice and freshly grated garlic with more of the Moroccan spices.

Moroccan Spiced Roasted Carrots with Yogurt Vinaigrette - a delicious side dish recipe

The end result? Even better than what I tasted at the fancy restaurant. Light, healthy yet so rich in flavor – your entire family will love this simple and delicious carrot side dish recipe.

Your fork is waiting.

Moroccan Spiced Roasted Carrots with Yogurt Vinaigrette - a delicious side dish recipe

Moroccan Spiced Roasted Carrots

4.20 stars average
Transport your tastebuds to Africa with this Moroccan-spiced roasted carrots side dish drizzled with a creamy yogurt dressing.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Serves4
CourseSide Dish
Calories205

Ingredients
 
 

  • 12 medium carrots shaved and quartered vertically
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon turmeric
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon allspice
  • ½ cup whole milk plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic grated

Instructions
 

  1. Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees and line a baking dish with foil.
  2. Place carrots in a large resealable plastic bag and drizzle with olive oil.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix together all of the spices: cinnamon through allspice. Place half of the spice mixture in the bag with the carrots and shake until evenly coated. Spread the carrots evenly on prepared baking sheet and roast until tender and caramelized, 20-25 minutes.
  4. While the carrots are roasting, prepare the yogurt dressing by adding the yogurt, lemon juice and garlic into the bowl with the remaining spices. Whisk until smooth and creamy; set aside.
  5. Serve the carrots on a platter and drizzle with yogurt dressing to serve. Can be served warm, room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition

Calories: 205kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 4.5gFat: 8.3gSaturated Fat: 1.8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6.5gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 702mgFiber: 8gSugar: 20.2g

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30 responses to “Moroccan Spiced Roasted Carrots”

  1. Ashley - Baker by Nature Avatar
    Ashley – Baker by Nature

    Looks so flavorful and delicious, Liz!

  2. Megan @ MegUnprocessed.com Avatar
    Megan @ MegUnprocessed.com

    This sounds tasty! I’m loving me some carrot dishes right now!

  3. Kristen Chidsey Avatar
    Kristen Chidsey

    Liz, I love roasting carrots and that sauce–WOW!! Takes it to a whole new level!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      I hope you try it some time!!

  4. nicole @ I am a Honey Bee Avatar
    nicole @ I am a Honey Bee

    This looks so delicious. A perfect side for a family dinner

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Thank you so much!

  5. kristi Avatar
    kristi

    i love roasted veggies! that dressing sounds amazing too!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      I hope you try it Kristi!

  6. Erin@WellPlated Avatar
    Erin@WellPlated

    I love finding inspiration when I’m out to eat. It keeps things fresh at home (and I can then have another excuse to eat out ;-) )

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Yes exactly – I love a good excuse to eat out. ;)