Name: Turmeric & Za’Atar Roasted Carrots
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb carrots; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 teaspoons Za’Atar; 0.5 tsp Turmeric; 0.5 tsp cumin; 0.125 tsp cinnamon; 2 cloves Garlic; salt and pepper

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Turmeric & Za’Atar Roasted Carrots

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Ingredients

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400* F. Trim the very tops off of the carrots. Peel, if desired. If you don’t feel like peeling your carrots, scrub them well. Dry thoroughly, and spread evenly on a greased baking sheet.

In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, za’atar, turmeric, cumin, cinnamon, and garlic. Drizzle over the carrots. Season generously with salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

Bake the carrots, checking for doneness at 30 minutes. They should be tender and starting to brown a bit along the edges. When cooked through, remove from oven. Garnish with feta, parsley, pumpkin seeds, and/or pistachios.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Uniform Carrot Sizing 🥕
Cut carrots into similarly-sized pieces (about ¾-inch thick) so they roast evenly and finish at the same time, preventing some from burning while others remain undercooked.
Toast Your Spices First 🌟
Lightly toast the cumin and cinnamon in a dry pan for 30 seconds before mixing with oil to bloom their essential oils and intensify their warm, complex flavors.
Oil Coating Technique 🫒
Toss carrots gently in a bowl with spiced oil before roasting to ensure even coating, then arrange in a single layer on your pan without overcrowding for optimal caramelization.
Za'Atar Application Timing ⏰
Add za'atar and fresh garlic in the last 2-3 minutes of roasting to preserve its bright, herbaceous notes and prevent the delicate herbs from becoming bitter.
Roasting Temperature Sweet Spot 🔥
Roast at 425°F for crispy, caramelized edges while keeping the centers tender; if your oven runs cool, increase to 450°F and check at 8 minutes to prevent overcooking.