Spicy Carrot-Greek Yogurt Spread
Here's a great, easy dip that's a take on traditional tzatziki in that it has a Greek yogurt base. To find some of the artisinal Greek products you'll need to make this, visit my online shop here, where you'll discover a host of lovingly curated Greek ingredients.
Ingredients
- Spicy Carrot-Greek Yogurt Dip
- 4 tablespoons Greek extra virgin olive oil
- 4 large carrots preferably organic, peeled and chopped
- 3 large garlic cloves crushed
- 1 knob of ginger 1 ½-inchs / 4 cm long, peeled and grated or finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin or more to taste
- ½ teaspoon curry or more, to taste
- ½ teaspoon turmeric or more, to taste
- ½ teaspoon cayenne or hot paprika or more, to taste
- ½ teaspoon grated orange zest preferably from an organic orange
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or balsamic vinegar
Instructions
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Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the carrots, stirring, until soft and glistening, about 10 – 12 minutes. About 8 minutes into cooking them, add the garlic and ginger and stir to soften. Add the spices and cook gently to help release their aromas.
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Remove from heat, stir in grated orange zest and cool slightly.
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Transfer the carrot mixture to the bowl of a food processor and pulse until the carrots are a smooth puree. Add the Greek yogurt, remaining olive oil, lemon juice or balsamic and pulse to combine. Remove and serve.
