Appetizer · Small Plates · Vegetarian · Middle Eastern

Roasted Carrots with Whipped Feta and Za'atar Oil

Name: Roasted Carrots with Whipped Feta and Za'atar Oil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 500 g heirloom carrots, scrubbed and halved lengthwise; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 tbsp honey; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp sea salt; 200 g Greek feta cheese, crumbled; 100 g Greek yogurt, full fat; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 small garlic clove, grated; Black pepper to taste; 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 1/2 tbsp za'atar spice blend; 1/2 tsp Aleppo pepper or chili flakes; 2 tbsp roasted pistachios, roughly chopped; Handful of fresh mint leaves

Sweet, tender roasted carrots served over a pillowy cloud of whipped feta and finished with a fragrant, nutty za'atar herb oil.

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·By Ethan Brooks·June 30, 2026

Roasted Carrots with Whipped Feta and Za'atar Oil — Middle Eastern Appetizer served and photographed from above

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Preparation

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Before you start

How to Make Roasted Carrots with Whipped Feta and Za'atar Oil

Total time: 40 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Roast the Carrots
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). On a large baking sheet, toss the carrots with 2 tablespoons olive oil, honey, cumin, and salt. Spread in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and charred at the edges.
2
Whip the Feta
While carrots roast, place the crumbled feta, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, and black pepper in a food processor. Process for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth and light. Chill until ready to serve.
3
Prepare the Za'atar Oil
In a small saucepan over low heat, gently warm 3 tablespoons of olive oil with the za'atar and Aleppo pepper. Heat for just 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the herbs. Remove from heat and set aside.
4
Assemble the Mezze
Spread the whipped feta onto a large serving platter using the back of a spoon to create decorative swirls. Arrange the warm roasted carrots on top. Drizzle generously with the za'atar oil and garnish with chopped pistachios and fresh mint.

Chef's Tips

Use room temperature feta for a smoother whip without lumps.
If the carrots are very thick, cut them into quarters to ensure even roasting.
Do not add extra salt to the whipped feta, as the cheese is naturally very salty.