Roasted Carrot Hummous Recipe
Confession…I’m a hummous addict! I think most Mothers are - hummous is a great source of protein and fibre, which helps our ‘hangry’ kiddies when they’re on the verge of a melt down and it keeps them fuller for longer. In fact, hummous is loved by toddlers, kids and adults - it’s such an easy addition to any antipasto platter or snack.
Adults are recommended to eat at least 5-6 serves of veggies each day, and one serve of this hummous is equivalent to one serve of veg!
Growing up we’re told we need to eat carrots so we can see in the dark! There’s truth in this - carrots are a great source of beta carotene, which your body converts into Vitamin A, which supports eye health and immunity! Carrots are also high in B Vitamins, known as ‘energy vitamins’, which often get used up in times of stress, and minerals like potassium, to support heart health!
This recipe is from one of my online courses - Foundations of Health for Life recipe book
Serves 6
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
750 g carrots (7 large carrots)
1 tsp cumin seeds
2 pinches salt
120 mls olive oil
2 tablespoons tahini
2 garlic cloves, whole
1 lime, juice only
Method:
Preheat oven to 190 degrees
Place carrots, cumin, salt, garlic and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a roasting tin and bake for 25 mins
Once carrots are cooked, remove from the roasting tin and add the carrots and juices from the baking tray, as well as all remaining ingredients and add into a food processor.
Blend until smooth. Serve with veggie sticks, seeded crackers or as a condiment
Optional - add 1/2 tsp Harissa powder for a spicy twist!