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Easy Spiced Roasted Carrots with Feta

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These roasted carrots aren’t just a side dish—they’re an explosion of Mediterranean flavors. With caramelized honey, a warm blend of spices, and creamy feta, this dish turns an everyday veggie into pure magic.
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Updated on Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:57:14 GMT
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A culinary journey begins the moment the aroma of spice-roasted carrots wafts from the oven. This rustic yet refined dish transforms humble carrots into a gastronomic experience where their natural sweetness blooms beneath aromatic spices, enhanced by delicate, salty feta cheese. This recipe celebrates Mediterranean flavors and proves that a simple vegetable can become the star of any meal.

This dish consistently impresses dinner guests, with appreciative silence following the first bite - a testament to its transformative power.

Essential Ingredients

* Fresh Carrots (1 bunch): Select young, firm carrots with vibrant green tops

* Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Use cold-pressed oil for its fruity notes

* Spice Blend: Paprika, cayenne, cumin, bay leaf and saffron create complex flavors

* Honey: Choose quality liquid honey, preferably floral

* Feta (50g): Use authentic Greek PDO feta for proper texture and taste

* Fresh Parsley: Select bright green, aromatic bunches

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Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Carrot Preparation
- Trim tops leaving 1cm stem for presentation
- Reserve tops for pesto or stock
- Clean thoroughly with soft brush
- Keep skins on for nutrients and color
- Halve lengthwise
- Ensure uniform sizing
- Pat dry with clean kitchen towel
2. Initial Seasoning
- Arrange carrots in large dish
- Drizzle quality olive oil
- Coat with spice blend
- Gently massage to distribute seasonings
- Add flaky sea salt
- Ensure even coating
3. First Roasting
- Preheat oven to 200°C conventional heat
- Place carrots cut-side down
- Space well for proper roasting
- Bake 15 minutes
- Watch for light caramelization
4. Glaze and Final Roasting
- Mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar and honey
- Remove carrots after initial roasting
- Brush with glaze mixture
- Reduce temperature to 160°C
- Continue cooking 15 minutes
- Test doneness with knife tip

Plating Technique

* Select a platter that highlights colors

* Arrange carrots with care

* Crumble feta gently over top

* Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley

* Finish with olive oil drizzle

* Add final sprinkle of sea salt

Recipe Variations

* Middle Eastern Style: Add za'atar and pine nuts

* Moroccan Style: Include ras el hanout and sliced almonds

* Indian Style: Use garam masala and coriander seeds

* Mediterranean Style: Add Kalamata olives and fresh rosemary

Serving Suggestions

* Main Course: Serve with herbed quinoa salad

* Side Dish: Pairs well with roasted chicken or grilled fish

* Appetizer: Present on arugula bed with toasted pine nuts

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What if I don’t have the Loubia spice mix?
Just use a mix of paprika, cumin, chili powder, and, if you can, a pinch of saffron.
→ How do I pick the best carrots?
Go for firm, shiny carrots with their greens still attached. Organic ones often pack more flavor.
→ Can I freeze this dish?
It’s not the best idea—freezing changes the texture of both the carrots and feta.
→ How can I make this dish lighter?
Cut back on the olive oil and choose a low-fat version of feta if you want.
→ What goes well with this dish?
Serve it with couscous, quinoa, or even on a bed of fresh salad greens.

Spiced Roasted Carrots

Honey-coated spiced carrots, roasted and finished with a sprinkling of creamy feta.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
30 Minutes
Total Time
40 Minutes
By: Alicia

Category: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Yield: 4 Servings (4 servings of roasted carrots)

Dietary: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

Ingredients

→ Main Ingredients

01 Bunch of small carrots – 1 bunch
02 Extra virgin olive oil – 2 tbsp
03 Loubia Spice Blend – 1 tsp
04 Balsamic vinegar – 1 tbsp
05 Honey – 1 tsp
06 Feta cheese – 50 g
07 Sea salt – to taste
08 Chopped parsley – for topping

Instructions

Step 01

Chop off the carrot greens, then scrub them clean with a brush. Next, slice them lengthwise into halves.

Step 02

Place the halved carrots in a large cooking dish. Use 1 tbsp of olive oil to coat them, sprinkle the Loubia spice and add a pinch of salt. Roast for 15 minutes in a preheated oven set to 200°C (regular heat).

Step 03

Stir together the balsamic vinegar, honey, and the second tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 04

Once the 15 minutes are up, brush the carrots with the honey marinade. Pop them back into the oven at 160°C for another 15 minutes. Use the tip of a knife to check for tenderness.

Step 05

Transfer the roasted carrots to a serving plate. Crumble feta over them and sprinkle with chopped parsley.

Notes

  1. Vegetarian dish
  2. Works as both an appetizer or a side dish
  3. Keeps fresh for up to 2 days in the fridge
  4. Perfect for lightweight meals

Tools You'll Need

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • Kitchen brush
  • Knife
  • Serving platter

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Includes dairy (feta cheese)

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 180
  • Total Fat: 12.5 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 15.3 g
  • Protein: 4.7 g