Name: Spicy Harissa Carrot Dip
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1 lb. carrots (peeled and cut into 1-in. pieces); 1 large shallot (quartered); 4 Tbsp. olive oil (divided); 1 tsp. smoked paprika; 4 garlic cloves; 4 Tbsp. harissa; 2 Tbsp. lime juice; 3 Tbsp. lemon juice; 3 Tbsp. tahini; salt and pepper (to taste); 1 Tbsp. dill; 1 tsp. black sesame seeds; Flaked sea salt (to taste); Pita bread (toasted); Fresh vegetables

Spice up your Thanksgiving spread with this spicy harissa carrot dip—a bold, flavorful blend of roasted carrots, zesty harissa and creamy tahini. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this vibrant dip pairs beautifully with fresh veggies, crackers or warm pita, adding a unique twist to your holiday table.

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Spicy Harissa Carrot Dip

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 35 minutes

Total Time 45 minutes

Servings 3

Calories 376 kcal

Ingredients

1 lb. carrots peeled and cut into 1-in. pieces
1 large shallot quartered
4 Tbsp. olive oil divided
1 tsp. smoked paprika
4 garlic cloves
4 Tbsp. harissa
2 Tbsp. lime juice
3 Tbsp. lemon juice
3 Tbsp. tahini
salt and pepper to taste

For serving

1 Tbsp. dill
1 tsp. black sesame seeds
Flaked sea salt to taste
Pita bread toasted
Fresh vegetables

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place carrots, shallot, 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper and smoked paprika on baking sheet. Toss to combine, spread in single layer.
Bake 30-35 minutes until carrots are fork tender.
Transfer cooked carrots to food processor or blender with remaining olive oil, garlic, harissa, lime juice, lemon juice and tahini.
Blend until smooth, scraping sides as needed.
Transfer dip to bowl. Drizzle with oil, top with dill, sesame seeds, flaky salt.
Serve warm with veggies, crackers or pita.