
Vegan Smoky Carrot Dip
Source: Bon Appetit, Better Vegan Category: Vegan Appetizers
Prep Time: 15 min Cook time: 1 hour Total Time: 1 hour 15 min Serves 12 to 14
Vegan / Gluten Free / Refined Sugar Free / Grain Free / Soy Free / Keto Friendly
Contains nightshades
About this recipe
You won't believe that humble carrots can taste so great! First, we roast carrots in the oven to bring out their sweetness and flavor, then add chickpeas and almonds to create body and substance. We balance the sweetness with a touch of lemon juice, and add smoked paprika to create the complex flavor and finish the dish. Great as an appetizer or a snack, and everybody loves it. Definitely give it a try.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup skin-on raw almonds (I use Wild Soil Almonds - Distinct and Superior to Organic, Steam Pasteurized, Probiotic, Raw 3LB Bag)
2 lbs.carrots, trimmed and peeled
2 Tbsp. avocado oil (I use La Tourangelle Avocado Oil )
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 1/2 tsp. pink Himalayan salt, divided, plus more (I use Sherpa Pink Gourmet Himalayan Salt, 5 lbs Fine Grain)
2 garlic cloves
1/2 cup canned chickpeas, drained
3 Tbsp. (or more) lemon juice
1/8 tsp. black pepper or to taste
1 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
1/2 cup coarsely chopped parsley, plus leaves for serving
1/4 cup filtered water