Moroccan Carrot Spread

November 22, 2016 By: Comments
Moroccan Carrot Spread
Tagged: Appetizers Appetizers. Low-Fat Low-Fat. Carrots Carrots. Kid Friendly Kid Friendly. Vegetarian Vegetarian. Appetizers & Snacks Appetizers & Snacks. Low Calorie Low Calorie. Natural Natural. Kid Friendly Kid Friendly. African African. Vegan Vegan. Dips, Spreads, & Sauces Dips, Spreads, & Sauces. Snack Time Snack Time. Heart Healthy Heart Healthy.
Prep:
5 minutes
Cook:
5 minutes
Serves:
Makes 1 1/4 cups
Vibrant and colorful, this creamy spread relies on fresh carrots cooked until very tender. The spread will keep for up to 3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Bring to room temperature for serving with pita bread rounds cut into wedges.

Ingredients

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Directions

  1. Put the carrots in a medium microwave-proof dish; add about 1/4 cup water. Cover and microwave on HIGH for about 5 minutes or until very tender. (Or cook the carrots in a stovetop steamer.) Drain well and rinse with cool water.
  2. Process the carrots in a food processor until mashed. Add the remaining ingredients, except the parsley garnish. Process until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
  3. Serve in a bowl garnished with parsley.