Roasted Whole Carrots with Tahini Drizzle
These Roasted Whole Carrots with Tahini Drizzle are a diabetes-friendly side dish that not only brings a splash of colour and nutrition to your table but also offers a simple, savoury way to enjoy the wholesome goodness of vegetables, enhanced with a Mediterranean twist.
Servings: 4
Calories: 122.7kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrot whole, peeled and stems washed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ tsp salt
Tahini Drizzle
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp water to thin
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Arrange the oven rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 400˚F convection or 425˚F regular bake.
- Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the carrots on the lined cookie sheet. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt, tossing and rearranging so that the carrots are uniformly lined up. Cook for 45 minutes.1 pound carrot, 1 tbsp olive oil, ¼ tsp salt
- In the meantime, make the Tahini Drizzle. Whisk all the ingredients in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside.2 tbsp tahini, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp water, ¼ tsp salt
- When the carrots are ready, add the Tahini Drizzle.
Cooking Tips
- Even Roasting: Ensure the carrots are spaced out evenly on the cookie sheet to allow for uniform roasting.
- Tahini Drizzle Consistency: Adjust the consistency of the tahini drizzle with ice water as needed to get a smooth, pourable sauce.
- Serving Suggestion: For added flavor, garnish the dish with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro and a sprinkle of sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Roasted Whole Carrots with Tahini Drizzle
Amount per Serving
Calories
122.7
% Daily Value*
Fat
7.8
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
1.1
g
7
%
Sodium
372
mg
16
%
Potassium
401.3
mg
11
%
Carbohydrates
12.7
g
4
%
Fiber
3.5
g
15
%
Sugar
5.5
g
6
%
Protein
2.4
g
5
%
Vitamin C
8.5
mg
10
%
Calcium
48.7
mg
5
%
Iron
0.7
mg
4
%
Magnesium
21
mg
5
%
Zinc
0.6
mg
4
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.