ROASTED BEETS AND CARROTS WITH CUMIN VINAIGRETTE, CHICKPEA PURéE, AND FLATBREAD

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Roasted Beets and Carrots with Cumin Vinaigrette, Chickpea Purée, and Flatbread image

Provided by Suzanne Goin

Categories     Citrus     Appetizer     Roast     Beet     Carrot     Shallot     Parsley     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

10 medium beets (red and golden), cleaned, trimmed
5 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup water
6 medium carrots with green tops
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin seeds
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 cup fresh Italian parsley leaves
1/4 cup thinly sliced shallots (about 1 large)
4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, divided
chickpea puree
6 purchased flatbreads

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Place beets in roasting pan; drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil over. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt; toss. Add 2/3 cup water to pan; arrange golden beets on 1 side of pan and red beets on other side. Cover with foil. Roast until tender, about 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, trim green tops from carrots to 1 inch. Peel carrots and cut into thirds crosswise, then quarter lengthwise. Place carrots on rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 3 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle with thyme, salt, and pepper; toss to coat. Roast until carrots are tender and beginning to brown, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Cool carrots and beets.
  • Using fingers, rub peel off beets. Cut each beet into 6 wedges. Place golden beets in medium bowl and red beets in another medium bowl.
  • Stir cumin seeds in dry skillet over medium heat until lightly toasted, about 2 minutes. Transfer 3/4 teaspoon cumin seeds to mortar or spice mill; grind finely. Place whole cumin seeds, ground cumin, and vinegar in small bowl; whisk in 1/2 cup oil. Season vinaigrette with salt and pepper. Do ahead Beets, carrots, and vinaigrette can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately; chill. Bring all to room temperature and rewhisk vinaigrette before continuing.
  • Add parsley, shallots, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, carrots, and 2/3 of cumin vinaigrette to bowl with golden beets; toss to blend. Add remaining vinaigrette and 2 teaspoons lemon juice to bowl with red beets; toss to blend. Season both beet mixtures with salt and pepper.
  • Place generous dollop of chickpea puree and 1 flatbread on each of 6 plates. Spoon golden beet-carrot mixture alongside. Tuck red beets into golden beet mixture and serve.

Profesa kinos
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some beets and carrots that were starting to go bad, so I decided to try this recipe. The vegetables roasted up beautifully and the cumin vinaigrette was a perfect complement. The chickp


Traveling Lifestyle
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I was really impressed with this recipe. The vegetables were roasted perfectly and the cumin vinaigrette was delicious. The chickpea puree was a great addition, adding a creamy and flavorful base to the dish. The flatbread was also a nice touch. Over


Reagile Motshegwe
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and flavorful meal. The vegetables were roasted perfectly and the cumin vinaigrette was a perfect complement. The chickpea puree was also a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again!


Leonard
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the cumin vinaigrette. The roasted vegetables were also cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healthy and flavorfu


Emeka Iroegbu
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some beets and carrots that were starting to go bad, so I decided to try this recipe. The vegetables roasted up beautifully and the cumin vinaigrette was a perfect complement. The chickp


Romila dhungana
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! The vegetables were roasted perfectly and the cumin vinaigrette was delicious. The chickpea puree was a great addition, adding a creamy and flavorful base to the dish. The flatbread was


Marek Talíř
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The vegetables roasted quickly and the cumin vinaigrette was easy to make. The chickpea puree added a nice creamy texture to the dish. I will definitely be making this again!


Altaf Ahmad
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish! I'm not usually a big fan of beets, but they were roasted perfectly and the cumin vinaigrette really brought out their flavor. The chickpea puree was also a nice touch. Overall, this is a gr


Mariam Hares
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This recipe was very easy to follow and the results were delicious! The vegetables were roasted perfectly and the cumin vinaigrette was a perfect complement. The chickpea puree was a great way to add some extra protein and fiber to the dish. I will d


jenna Farmer
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Roasted Beets and Carrots with Cumin Vinaigrette is a delightful dish that offers a vibrant and healthy spin on classic roasted vegetables. The cumin vinaigrette adds a unique and flavorful twist, and the chickpea puree provides a smooth and creamy b