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Roasted carrots on a plate with herbed yogurt and pistachios.
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35-Minute Tandoori Oven-Roasted Carrots

These easy tandoori spice seasoned oven-roasted carrots could not be simpler. A flavor-packed way to enjoy one of my favorite vegetables. Enjoy over a schmear of herbed yogurt sauce, then add crushed pistachios for texture, and fresh chives.
Prep10 minutes
Cook25 minutes
Total35 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Diet: Gluten Free
Keyword: chef-tested side dish, elevated side dish recipe, vegetable side dish, what is tandoori spice
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 246kcal
Author: Ari Laing

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt, divided
  • 2 tsp Tandoori spice blend, store-bought or homemade
  • 5 Tbsp olive oil, divided
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 lb carrots, peeled
  • 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp fresh chives or cilantro, chopped, plus more for garnish
  • 2 Tbsp pistachios, chopped
  • Flaky sea salt, optional

Instructions

  • Roast the carrots. Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Mix ¼ cup Greek yogurt (reserve the rest), 2 tsp tandoori spice blend, 2 Tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp Kosher salt and ¼ tsp black pepper in a small mixing bowl. Place carrots on a rimmed baking sheet, then pour yogurt mixture on top. Toss to combine; make sure carrots are in a single layer. Roast for 20-25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until carrots are tender.
  • Make the herbed Greek yogurt sauce. In another small bowl, combine remaining ½ cup of Greek yogurt, 2 Tbsp lemon juice, and 1 Tbsp chives or cilantro. Season with ¼ tsp Kosher salt, then whisk to combine.
  • Assemble, then serve! Spread herb yogurt on a serving platter or plate, then place roasted carrots on top. Garnish with pistachios and additional fresh herbs. Drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil, then sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Serve immediately or at room temperature!

Notes

  • The yogurt sauce can be made 1 day in advance. Carrots can marinate for up to 6 hours, then roast. 
  • No Greek yogurt? I've tested this with sour cream with a splash of lemon juice and it's just as delicious.

Nutrition

Calories: 246kcal | Carbohydrates: 13.8g | Protein: 6.4g | Fat: 19.5g | Saturated Fat: 3.4g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 145mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7.9g
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