Rainbow Carrots and Hummus (Printer-friendly)

Tender roasted rainbow carrots paired with silky tahini hummus for a colorful, Mediterranean-style sharing platter.

# What You Need:

→ For the Roasted Rainbow Carrots

01 - 1 lb rainbow carrots, peeled and trimmed
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
04 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
06 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

→ For the Tahini Hummus

07 - 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
08 - 1/4 cup tahini
09 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
10 - 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
11 - 1 clove garlic, minced
12 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
13 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
14 - 2-3 tbsp cold water
15 - 1/4 tsp smoked paprika

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss the rainbow carrots with olive oil, salt, pepper, and cumin. Arrange in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast for 25-30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the carrots are tender and lightly caramelized.
04 - In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt. Blend until smooth, adding cold water a tablespoon at a time to reach desired consistency.
05 - Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning if needed.
06 - Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle with a little olive oil and sprinkle with smoked paprika.
07 - Arrange the roasted carrots on a platter, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve alongside the hummus.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • The natural sugars in rainbow carrots intensify when roasted, creating pockets of caramelized sweetness that balance perfectly with creamy hummus.
  • This platter looks stunning on any table but takes barely any active effort to prepare.
02 -
  • Overcrowding the baking sheet creates steamed carrots instead of roasted ones so give them room to brown.
  • Letting the hummus rest for 10 minutes after blending lets the flavors meld together beautifully.
03 -
  • Peeling the carrots is optional but creates a more tender roasted texture that people prefer.
  • Reserve a few whole chickpeas to garnish the top of the hummus for a pretty finish.
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