Roasted Carrot Hummus Recipes

ROASTED CARROT HUMMUS

Steps:

• Toss 1 pound chopped carrots, 2 unpeeled garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast at 400 degrees F, stirring once, until the carrots are tender and lightly caramelized, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool slightly; peel the garlic. Combine the carrots, garlic, 3 tablespoons tahini, 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro, the juice of 1 lemon and 5 tablespoons water in a food processor and puree. With the motor running, slowly add 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a bowl and top with olive oil and chopped cilantro.

ROASTED CARROT HUMMUS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
• On a small rimmed baking sheet, toss together the carrots, garlic, 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cover with aluminum foil and roast until the carrots and garlic are both tender and soft, about 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool to room temperature.
• Place the carrots, garlic and chickpeas in a food processor. Pulse to combine and break apart slightly. Add the lemon juice, 1/2 cup olive oil, cayenne and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Puree until smooth and an even pale orange.
• Serve with root vegetable chips for dipping.