Za’atar roasted carrots

Name: Za’atar roasted carrots
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1.5kg carrots, we used mixed heritage; 3 tbsp. olive oil; 1 tbsp. za’atar; 1/2 tbsp. sesame seeds, toasted

These vibrant roasted carrots are the perfect side dish and would also work well with parsnips for a more festive approach.

By The Good Housekeeping Cookery TeamUpdated: 21 July 2023

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These za’atar roasted carrots are vibrant, flavoursome and probably one of the easiest side dishes you'll ever make.

You can enjoy these as a side dish in summer, alongside a BBQ with grilled meats and fresh salads, but this recipe also works well as a side dish to chicken, lamb and roast potatoes. Perfect for a Sunday roast or a Christmas feast.

Feel free to mix up the root veg you use. You could try parsnips instead if you want the recipe to feel more festive and if you're planning on serving at a BBQ, we'd recommend par-boiling the carrots first until just cooked through, then mix with the za'atar and oil and finish on the hot grill to char them at the very end.

Sprinkle with sesame seeds and plenty of dill or parsley if you'd like.

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Yields:

8 serving(s)

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

50 mins

Total Time:

1 hr

Cal/Serv:

120

Ingredients

1.5kg carrots, we used mixed heritage
3 Tbsp.
olive oil
1 Tbsp.
za’atar
1/2 Tbsp.
sesame seeds, toasted

Directions

1. Step 1Preheat oven to 190°C (170°C fan) mark 5. Peel and trim the carrots, then slice in 1/2 or into quarters lengthways if thick. Mix on a large baking tray with the oil, za’atar and plenty of seasoning.
2. Step 2Roast for 45min-50min, turning halfway through, until tender. Empty into a warmed serving dish, sprinkle over the sesame seeds and serve.

Get ahead

Prepare to end of step 1 up 2hr. Cover and chill. Complete recipe to serve.