Rainbow Carrots and Hummus (Printable)

Tender roasted rainbow carrots served alongside creamy homemade tahini hummus for a colorful, healthy appetizer or snack.

# What You'll 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

# Step-by-Step Guide:

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.
05 - Add cold water a tablespoon at a time while blending to reach desired consistency. Taste 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.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The natural sweetness of roasted carrots plays perfectly against creamy tangy hummus
  • Its the kind of dish that makes people linger around the platter talking and reaching for more
  • You can prep everything ahead and just warm the carrots before guests arrive
02 -
  • The size of your carrots will affect roasting time so cut thicker ones in half lengthwise for even cooking
  • Hummus tastes better after resting in the fridge for an hour, though it is delicious immediately too
03 -
  • Peeling tahini stir it thoroughly and even turn the jar upside down for a while to help redistribute the oils
  • Reserve some chickpeas to sprinkle on top for texture and a pretty presentation
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