Za'atar Roasted Carrots

Za’atar Roasted Carrots are a nice change from traditional roasted carrots. The earthy za’atar mixed with the fresh parsley adds a nice flavor to the natural sweetness that roasting carrots brings out.

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How to Make Za’atar Carrots:
Ways to Modify These Carrots:
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Za’atar Roasted Carrots Recipe

I am really excited to share today’s Za’atar Roasted Carrots with you guys.

Za’atar is a Mediterranean spice blend I use a lot in my kitchen.

I especially love it in roasted veggies like this Za’atar Roasted Cauliflower with Yogurt Tahini Sauce that I shared a while back.

I don’t know about you guys but I am always trying to mix up our vegetables at dinner time. Each meal that I make I always have at least one vegetable on the table and usually also have a plate of raw veggies for snacking before dinner.

My kids tend to like roasted vegetables the most, and I totally agree with them. Roasting vegetables brings out the natural sweetness of the veggies and lets the flavors of your marinade take over.

With today’s Za’atar Roasted Carrots you are going to get a bit of sweetness from the sumac in the za’atar and then an earthy flavor from the thyme, oregano, marjoram and sesame seeds.

When I make carrots I almost always roast them because I think it brings out the sweetness in the best way.

Some roasted vegetable recipes I make on repeat are these Mediterranean Roasted Vegetables, Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower, Roasted Carrots and Beets with Tahini and this Roasted Broccoli.

Recipe Ingredients You’ll Need:

Carrots: I used whole carrots but on the smaller size and left them whole. You can use chopped carrots or even baby carrots

Olive Oil: I try to find a really good extra virgin olive oil to use when roasting vegetables.

Garlic: Fresh garlic is my go-to for roasting vegetables but you also can use garlic powder if you need to.

Za’atar: Earthy za’atar is the perfect pairing for roasted vegetables. You can usually find za’atar in the Middle Eastern section of a grocery store or a Middle Eastern specialty store.

How to Make Za’atar Carrots:

Step 1: Mix Carrots with Spices: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In a large mixing bowl whisk together the olive oil, garlic, za’atar, salt and pepper. Add the carrots and toss until the carrots are covered.

Step 2: Spread on Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and spread the carrots in an even layer on the baking sheet.

Step 3: Roast Carrots: Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes or until the carrots are tender, flipping the carrots over once. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Ways to Modify These Carrots:

Drizzle a Tahini Garlic Sauce over the carrots before eating them. You can find the recipe for the sauce in this recipe for Grilled Beef Kafta Kebabs.
Add toasted pine nuts to the carrots once they are done. To toast pine nuts heat a dry large skillet over medium-low heat and toast pine nuts, stirring frequently, until pine nuts are golden in spots, about 3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Fresh herbs always work great in this type of dish. You can use whatever you have one hand–I really like cilantro or parsley.
Try adding cheese like feta or goat cheese.

Recipe FAQ

What temperature is best for roasting carrots?

I find that 400°F (200°C) is the ideal temperature for roasting carrots, as it allows them to caramelize without burning. You can also go up to 425°F (220°C) for even more caramelization.

Should I peel my carrots before roasting?

Peeling carrots is optional. If you wash your carrots and scrub them well you can leave the skin on for the extra nutrients.

Other Carrot Recipes to Try:

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Carrot Raisin Salad

Vegetarian

Moroccan Roasted Carrots

Vegetarian

Balsamic Roasted Carrots

Vegetarian

Roasted Carrots and Beets with Tahini

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