MAPLE ROASTED DUTCH CARROTS WITH GARLICKY CARROT TOP HUMMUS
Dutch carrots are not only beautiful but have the potential to provide a complete meal by utilising the root vegetable and the fresh green tops. This easy and flavour packed vegan dish consists of sweet maple roasted baby carrots served on a bed of garlic heavy carrot top hummus. Delicious!
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time30 minutesmins
Course: Salad, Side
Cuisine: Gluten Free, Mediterranean, Vegan
Keyword: carrot top hummus, dutch carrot salad, gluten free salad, maple roasted carrot, roasted carrot, vegan salad
Wash carrots thoroughly. In a large bowl, combine carrots with olive oil, cinnamon, salt, maple syrup and balsamic. Mix well. Pre-heat oven to 180C convection/ 170C fan-forced. Line a rimmed baking tray with baking paper. Place carrots on prepared tray. Bake in pre-heated oven for approximately 30 minutes until carrots are just tender and starting to brown. Remove from oven.
Wash the carrot greens thoroughly. Many bunches often have residual dirt and sandy particles. I give my greens a quick soak in a large basin filled with cold water and a tablespoon of white vinegar. I then rinse them several times to remove the grime. This is essential because if the grime isn't removed, your hummus can be gritty.
Place washed carrot greens and all other hummus ingredients in a food processor and process to a smooth consistency.
To serve, spread hummus on a large platter. Top with baked carrots and hazelnuts. Sprinkle sesame seeds, black pepper and chopped carrot greens. Finish with a drizzle of olive oil.