Spiced Carrot Dip

The Flying Chef's Note:

This is a quick easy dip that is healthy and light. It is a great recipe to put out, prior to a meal, for guests to pick at or as something to snack on. I made this on the weekend as I had my family over for my sister's birthday. I have also made this along with other dips when I have had 20-30 people over for a party, as something to snack on, while I am getting together the main affair.

• Total Time: 18 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 8 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 1.5 cup

• 4 medium carrots, peeled and chopped coarsely
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 3/4 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 150 g Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons fresh coriander, chopped finely

Directions:

1. Boil or microwave carrots until soft, drain.
2. Heat oil in a frying pan cook garlic and spices until fragrant.
3. Blend or process carrot, spices, yogurt and coriander until smooth.
4. Refrigerate until needed.
5. Serve with either homemade dippers or store bought.

Reviews

[Studentchef]

Was a very nice dip, and liked the idea of cooking the spices. I did cook the carrots and prepare the spices at the same time to cut down on time. I like the idea of using the Greek yogurt, as it was a nice change from regular plain yogurt.

[Lalaloula]

I made half of this dip for a nice light dinner yesterday and my family enjoyed it alot.
It is very light and healthy, which is always a plus. The spices go great together and make this dip special.
The texture is creamy with a few chunks of carrots and easily scoopable.
I dont think this will become my all time favourite dip, but it is a nice change of pace.
THANK YOU SO MUCH for sharing your recipe here with us, Nat!
Made and reviewed for the Aus/NZ Recipe Swap August 2010.

[katew]

Fabulous dip and a wonderful way to eat carrots which don't inspire me much at the best of times except when presented in a cake with lots of frosting. This recipe is also impressive for its speed of preparation. I had to sub sour cream for the yoghurt. We loved it with warm rolls.