Harissa Honey Carrots with Tahini Yogurt Sauce

Directions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 400°
  2. 2Peel and pat the carrots dry.
  3. 3In a small bowl, combine harissa, oil, honey, lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste.
  4. 4Toss in the peeled carrots and toss to coat.
  5. 5Lay the carrots in an even layer on a lined baking sheet and drizzle any extra harissa glaze over the top
  6. 6Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes or until the carrots are tender and caramelized.
  7. 7While the carrots roast, in a small bowl combine yogurt, tahini, lemon juice and za'atar in a bowl.
  8. 8Stir to combine and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. 9Add 1 tsp of water at a time if needed to get to the desired consistency.
  10. 10Garnish with crushed, shelled pistachios and pomegranate arils (seeds) for texture and sweetness as desired.
  11. 11Finish with a sprinkle of dried parsley and serve immediately

Ingredients

  • 1 lb rainbow or baby carrots
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp harissa
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 0 salt and pepper
  • 4 oz plain greek yogurt
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • 0.5 tbsp honey
  • 2 tsp za'atar
  • 2 tbsp pistachios for garnish
  • 2 tbsp pomegranate arils for garnish

Equipment

ovenbaking sheetsmall bowl