Description
These Harissa Maple Carrots with Whipped Feta are a flavor-packed side dish that combines the sweetness of maple syrup with the spiciness of harissa, all topped with creamy whipped feta. It’s a perfect dish for any meal, whether as a side or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Carrots:
- 1 1/2 pounds carrots (peeled and halved lengthwise)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon harissa paste
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Whipped Feta:
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for whipped feta)
- 1 tablespoon water (as needed for consistency)
For Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley or mint for garnish (optional)
- Pomegranate seeds or chopped pistachios for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Carrots: Toss the carrots with olive oil, harissa paste, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25–30 minutes until tender.
- Make the Whipped Feta: Blend feta, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth. Add water if needed.
- Assemble: Spread whipped feta on a platter, arrange roasted carrots on top, and garnish with herbs and seeds or nuts.
- Serve: Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Adjust the harissa amount to suit your spice preference.
- This dish can be prepared in advance and served slightly chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
