Description
Roasted Garlic Tahini Carrot Dip is a creamy, savory dip that marries the natural sweetness of roasted carrots with the nutty richness of tahini and mellow depth of roasted garlic. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or spread, this vegan and gluten-free dip is quick to prepare and versatile enough to please any crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3–4 large fresh carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1 whole head of garlic, top cut off to expose cloves
- 3 tablespoons tahini (sesame seed paste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for roasting
- 1–2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Water, as needed to adjust consistency
Instructions
- Roast the Carrots and Garlic: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and cut the carrots into chunks. Place the carrot chunks and the whole head of garlic (with the top cut off) on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Prepare the Garlic: Remove the roasted garlic from the oven and carefully squeeze the softened cloves out of their skins into a food processor or blender. The roasted garlic will have a sweet, mellow flavor.
- Blend Ingredients Together: Add the roasted carrot chunks, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the food processor. Blend until smooth, gradually adding water a little at a time until the dip reaches your desired creamy consistency.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the dip and adjust seasonings as preferred — add more salt, lemon juice, or spices if desired. Blend again briefly for a smooth and velvety texture.
Notes
- Ensure the carrots and garlic are well roasted to maximize natural sweetness and depth.
- Use freshly stirred tahini for the best flavor and even blending.
- Add water gradually to prevent the dip from becoming too runny.
- Do not skip the lemon juice, as it balances richness and brightens flavors.
- Chill the dip for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavor fusion.
- This dip keeps for up to 4 days refrigerated in an airtight container and can be frozen for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Roasted Garlic, Tahini, Carrot Dip, Vegan Dip, Gluten-Free Dip, Appetizer, Snack, Mediterranean
