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Spiced Carrots with Whipped Feta

appetizer· Easter· Fall Flavors· sides· snacks
March 15, 2024

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Spiced Carrots with Whipped Feta – Organic small carrots are tossed with cumin, paprika and cinnamon and then roasted to perfection. Served on top of lemony whipped feta dip.

overhead shot of spiced carrots on a bed of whipped feta dip

Roasted carrots are a delight. In fact, I am of the opinion that most vegetables just taste better after being roasted. That charred goodness that forms around them is unmatched!

When I saw a recipe for these spiced roasted carrots on Instagram, I was immediately drawn to them. I love roasting my carrots but I never thought to add a mixture of smokey spices and sweet honey to them to make them even better. And with the whipped feta dip they are taken to a whole other level!

Here is my version of these Spiced Carrots and Whipped Feta! They’re a great addition to your spring brunches of Easter dinners this month!

spiced carrots on a bed of whipped feta with parsley garnish
spiced carrots dipping into whipped feta

Tips & Tricks

  1. Organic Carrots. I love the look of small organic carrots with their little stems on the end. So I kept a little piece on the ends of mine for that organic look.
  2. Don’t overcook the carrots. I like my roasted carrots to still have a bite so they don’t taste mushy. Make sure you test the carrots around the 18 minute mark to see how you like them and determine how much longer they will need to get to the texture and flavor you prefer.
  3. Be careful with the salt. Feta cheese is pretty salty already so you only need a teeny pinch to add a little flavor to the dip. If you don’t like salty things, you may not even need any added salt! Give the dip a taste before adding any salt.
close up of spiced carrots on a plate with whipped feta
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Spiced Carrots with Whipped Feta

Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

For the roasted carrots:
  • 1 pound organic baby carrots with green ends cut but stem remaining
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • fresh chopped parsley for serving
For the whipped feta:
  • 6 ounces feta cheese
  • 2 ounces cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

For the roasted carrots:
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Add washed and peeled carrots to a large baking sheet. If the carrots are big, you can slice them in half lengthwise. In a separate small bowl, add the olive oil, honey, and spices and whisk together. Pour over the carrots and toss together until fully coated.
  • Place baking sheet with carrots in a preheated over and roasted for 20-25 minutes or until they are slightly tender and charred. Serve with the whipped feta dip on the serving platter or alongside the carrots.
For the whipped feta dip:
  • Prepare the whipped feta cheese spread by placing feta cheese, cream cheese, lemon juice, 1/3 cup olive oil, salt, and pepper in food processor and mix until completely combined. Serve alongside the roasted carrots.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Kale Junkie

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  1. queens game says

    November 20, 2025 at 9:21 am

    Okay, so roasted carrots with honey and feta – officially adding that to my “things that taste better roasted” list. I’m a sucker for a good caramelized edge, and that feta dip sounds like the perfect counterpoint. Thanks for the inspo! 🥕🧀😋

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  2. 2xko download says

    November 20, 2025 at 9:16 am

    Okay, so roasted carrots are a *thing*, but spiced *roasted* carrots with whipped feta? This recipe is officially my new obsession. Those little carrots with the stems on are just *chef’s kiss*.

    Reply
  3. nhgop-cheshire says

    October 12, 2025 at 3:53 pm

    I just came across this recipe and wow — what a gorgeous combination of flavors! I love roasted carrots, but pairing them with whipped feta and those warm spices sounds next-level. I really appreciate the tip about not overcooking the carrots and being careful with the salt because of the feta — that’s the kind of detail that makes all the difference.

    Can’t wait to try this over the weekend — I think it’ll be perfect alongside some grilled chicken or just with crusty bread. Thanks for sharing such a beautiful idea!

    Reply
  4. bloodmoney 2 says

    October 8, 2025 at 12:19 am

    These carrots look really tasty

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    September 22, 2025 at 8:28 pm

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  6. John says

    August 29, 2025 at 2:54 am

    This recipe is wonderfully simple yet produces an exceptionally delicious dish. I’m truly impressed by the delicate balance of spices papa’s scooperia.

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  7. Sabine says

    August 26, 2025 at 4:51 am

    These spiced carrots with whipped feta look amazing, such a perfect side dish idea for a family dinner. Earlier today I was reading travel stories on https://voyage-horizons.fr/
    and now this recipe makes me think of enjoying good food while exploring new places.

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  8. Amanda says

    August 24, 2025 at 7:22 pm

    That looks so good, I’m already hungry.

    Reply
  9. FantasyGen says

    June 21, 2025 at 3:54 pm

    OMG, these Spiced Carrots with Whipped Feta look amazing! I’m definitely trying this recipe. I love finding new and interesting ways to enjoy vegetables! It’s like an AI Fantasy Map Generator Online For Free, but for food! Gotta pin this for later!

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  10. DriftBoss says

    June 3, 2025 at 6:55 am

    I didn’t expect that carrots could be prepared this way.

    Reply
  11. smashy road says

    May 7, 2025 at 4:09 am

    Thank you for sharing the detailed and easy-to-understand recipe. This dish has become my family’s favorite. I hope you will continue to share more delicious recipes like this.

    Reply
  12. NowGames says

    April 13, 2025 at 10:13 am

    These spiced carrots look amazing! I love roasted veggies, and the whipped feta sounds like the perfect creamy contrast. Definitely gonna try this recipe out for my next dinner party!

    Reply
  13. Forrest Mathis says

    April 1, 2025 at 9:43 pm

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    March 23, 2025 at 11:22 am

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  15. Glenn Lowery says

    February 17, 2025 at 5:57 am

    This spiced carrots with whipped feta recipe is a fantastic combination of savory and sweet flavors. Tap Road

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  16. Charles Doyle says

    February 13, 2025 at 10:53 am

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    February 10, 2025 at 1:47 am

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  18. undertale says

    January 31, 2025 at 6:34 am

    This spiced carrots with whipped feta recipe is a fantastic combination of savory and sweet flavors

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  19. cookie clicker says

    October 21, 2024 at 12:05 pm

    This is one delicious way to eat carrots! I adore the flavor of the spices, and the feta whipped is amazing! What a tasty side!

    Reply
  20. ivy michael says

    June 24, 2024 at 12:49 am

    Preparing spiced carrots with whipped feta involves enhancing flavors harmoniously. Utilizing warm spices like cumin and paprika complements the natural sweetness mobile ultrasound of carrots. Whipping feta with olive oil creates a creamy, tangy contrast. This dish offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors, perfect for elevating any meal.

    Reply
  21. Hayley says

    April 1, 2024 at 4:37 am

    Spiced carrots with feta were great! Served with mains and everyone enjoyed it. Thanks for this great delicious recipe.

    Reply
  22. Moop Brown says

    April 1, 2024 at 4:22 am

    These carrots look really tasty and I think these would make for the perfect Easter side. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  23. Loreto and Nicoletta Nardelli says

    March 31, 2024 at 2:13 pm

    These spiced carrots with whipped feta are such a great side dish! We made them for a dinner with friends and everyone raved about it.

    Reply
  24. Amy Liu Dong says

    March 30, 2024 at 6:24 am

    This dish looks awesome, and the presentaion is well done, the combination of textures and flavors is awesome and i want to try this so i will be making it!

    Reply
  25. Leslie says

    March 29, 2024 at 11:05 am

    I have yet to try whipped feta but this might make me pull the trigger! This recipe looks stunning!

    Reply
  26. Tammy says

    March 28, 2024 at 1:31 pm

    I love whipped feta! Fabulous combo with the spiced carrots…such a beautiful and delicious side 😀

    Reply
  27. mik says

    March 27, 2024 at 10:21 pm

    What a delicious side dish, just the right amount of spice and sweetness, we used rainbow carrots.

    Reply
  28. Kathryn says

    March 27, 2024 at 10:22 am

    This is such a yummy way to enjoy carrots! Love the spice flavor and the whipped feta is so good! Such a delicious side!

    Reply
  29. Cathleen says

    March 26, 2024 at 9:59 pm

    This is the perfect Easter recipe! I am saving it to make this weekend, thank you so much for sharing 🙂

    Reply
  30. Gwynn Galvin says

    March 26, 2024 at 3:56 pm

    Such a delicious way to serve carrots for Easter. Adding this recipe to my menu asap!

    Reply
  31. Marta says

    March 26, 2024 at 12:30 pm

    I love the warm, comforting spices the carrots are tossed in and how perfectly balanced they are with the tangy creamy feta. This is an exceptional recipe for sure.

    Reply
  32. Bernice says

    March 25, 2024 at 6:05 pm

    YUM!! I’ve already got my carrots all ready to make this dish for our Easter side dish again. I made it last week as a test run and it was a huge hit!

    Reply
  33. Gloria says

    March 25, 2024 at 2:44 pm

    The perfect side dish to the holiday table. We love roasted carrots. The addition of feta takes them to another level of yum.

    Reply

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