SMOKY CARROT DIP

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Making sure the carrots are tender to their cores before you pull them from the oven makes for a smoother carrot dip.

Provided by Ochre Bakery, Detroit, MI

Categories     Bon Appétit     Dip     Appetizer     Carrot     Almond     Chickpea     Lemon     Parsley     Vegan     Vegetarian     Soy Free     Peanut Free     Healthy     Thanksgiving     Entertaining     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Dairy Free

Yield Makes about 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup skin-on almonds
2 lb. carrots, trimmed, peeled
2 Tbsp. plus ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil; plus more
2½ tsp. kosher salt, divided, plus more
2 garlic cloves
½ cup canned chickpeas
3 Tbsp. (or more) fresh lemon juice
1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
¾ tsp. hot smoked Spanish paprika
½ cup coarsely chopped parsley, plus leaves for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast almonds on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing halfway through, until slightly darkened and fragrant, 8-10 minutes. Let cool; set aside.
  • Cut any thick carrots in half lengthwise, then slice all carrots crosswise into 4 pieces. Toss on a parchment-lined baking sheet with 2 Tbsp. oil and 1 tsp. salt. Spread carrots out evenly on baking sheet and roast, stirring once or twice, until very tender and starting to shrivel and brown (but not char), about 1 hour.
  • Transfer carrots to a food processor; add garlic, chickpeas, lemon juice, pepper, paprika, chopped parsley, ½ cup oil, 1½ tsp. salt, and reserved almonds. Process, adding more oil as needed, until mixture is almost completely smooth. Taste dip and add more lemon juice and/or salt if needed.
  • Transfer dip to a small bowl, drizzle with more oil, and top with parsley leaves.
  • Do Ahead: Dip can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.

Rao AbdulRehman
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I've tried many carrot dip recipes, but this one is by far the best.


Beth Fekete
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This dip is a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


Cristian Camilo
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I'm not usually a fan of carrot dip, but this one is amazing. The smoky flavor is incredible.


Lajpal Star'S YT PUBG Gamers
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This dip is so creamy and delicious. I love serving it with pita chips or vegetables.


Reginal Johnson
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I made this dip for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor.


Samyra Freeman
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This dip is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I can't get enough of it!


Noman Baig
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I love that this dip is made with healthy ingredients. It's a great snack or appetizer.


David Geddis
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This dip is so easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover carrots.


Haroon Shaikh
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I made this dip for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it up.


Ali by
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This is the best carrot dip I've ever had! It's so creamy and flavorful.


Muhammadfaisal Bohar
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I've made this dip several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The smoky flavor is amazing.


kwame ken
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This dip is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests.


Humisa Nuor
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I love the smokiness of this dip. It's the perfect appetizer for a party or a casual get-together.


Juma Geofrey Ochaya
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This is my new favorite dip! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Qazi Waqas
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I made this dip for a potluck and it was gone in minutes. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Mir Mir
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This carrot dip was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the smoky flavor.