Indulge in a vibrant and flavorful Carrot Dip that offers a delightful blend of sweetness, tang, and crunch. This versatile dip is an ideal appetizer, spread, or dressing, perfect for any occasion. Explore a collection of Carrot Dip recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and culinary tastes. From a classic Carrot Dip with a creamy texture and subtle sweetness to a Spicy Carrot Dip that packs a fiery punch, there's a recipe for every palate. Discover a Vegan Carrot Dip made with creamy cashew and almond milk for a dairy-free option. For those seeking a healthier alternative, try the Greek Yogurt Carrot Dip, combining tangy Greek yogurt with grated carrots and fresh herbs. Elevate your taste buds with the Roasted Carrot Dip, where roasted carrots lend a smoky and caramelized flavor. Each recipe is carefully crafted to ensure a smooth and flavorful dip that complements a variety of dishes.
Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!
MOROCCAN CARROT DIP
This unusual, sweetly spiced, Moroccan Carrot Dip is wonderful served with olives and warm flat bread for dipping. From a recipe by Jill Dupleix.
Provided by Daydream
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook the chopped carrot and garlic in simmering, salted water, for about 20 minutes or until soft.
- Drain well, then return them to the hot, dry pan for a minute or two, over medium heat, to dry them out further.
- Tip the carrots and garlic into the food processor bowl, and process until smooth.
- Add the cumin, paprika, ginger, cinnamon, cayenne, sea salt, honey and lemon juice and whizz again.
- With the machine still running, add the olive oil gradually.
- Allow to cool.
- Spoon into a serving bowl, drizzle with a little extra olive oil, scatter with olives and cilantro leaves, and serve with lightly warmed flat bread for dipping.
CARROT GINGER DRESSING AND DIP
A version of the thick, orange-colored salad dressing served at Japanese restaurants. Great on iceberg lettuce, as a dip for celery sticks, or spooned into hollowed-out cucumber rounds topped with sesame seeds and scallions. Vegan and low-fat.
Provided by hollybee
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine carrots, ginger, and shallot in a food processor; pulse until minced. Scrape sides of the bowl and add miso, vinegar, grapeseed oil, and sesame oil to carrot mixture and blend until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.9 calories, Carbohydrate 3.3 g, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 172.5 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
CARROT DIP
This creamy appetizer, fresh from Raegan Dexter of Union Grove, Wisconsin, features nothing but great flavor. "you don't have to be a carrot fan to enjoy it," she notes. "I like it even more, because it is so easy to fix.!"
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 10m
Yield 1-3/4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Stir in the carrots, onions, Worcestershire sauce and garlic salt. Chill for at least 1 hour. , To make a lettuce serving bowl, hollow out the head of lettuce, keeping the core at the bottom intact and removing enough interior leaves so that a 1-in. shell remains. Add dip; serve with vegetables or crackers.
Nutrition Facts :
CURRY CARROT DIP
The flavors of sweet carrots, mustard and curry blend deliciously in this appetizing dip. Raw veggies are the perfect partners. -Louise Weyer, Marietta, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 1 cup.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a nonstick skillet, saute onion in oil. Add the carrots, water, salt, pepper and curry. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 6 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Uncover; cook for 8 minutes or until liquid has evaporated. Cool. , Transfer to a food processor or blender; cover and process until smooth. Add mayonnaise and mustard; mix well. Serve with vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 40 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 133mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.
MOROCCAN CARROT DIP
Carrot dip may sound unusual, but this Mediterranean-style blend is a perfect balance of sweet and spicy, and a nice change of pace from hummus. It's delicious with pita bread or pita chips.
Provided by SandyG
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 22m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Put carrots, garlic, ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large saucepan. Add 2 cups water to cover. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, until carrots are tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain.
- Transfer carrot mixture to a food processor along with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, apricot preserves, lemon juice, sesame oil, coriander, and cayenne. Process until almost smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.2 calories, Carbohydrate 12.1 g, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 210.4 mg, Sugar 6.9 g
ROASTED CARROT DIP
Once you start eating this delicious dip, it's difficult to stop. The smooth texture and sweet carrot flavor go great with the crisp pita wedges. -Alana Rowley, Calgary, Alberta
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 1h10m
Yield 8-10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cut carrots in half widthwise; cut lengthwise into 1/2-in.-thick slices. In a large bowl, combine the carrots, garlic and oil; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. , Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 20 minutes. Stir; bake 15-20 minutes longer or until carrots are tender. Cool slightly. , In a blender, combine 6 tablespoons water, vinegar, mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, salt, pepper and carrot mixture; cover and process until smooth. Add additional water if needed to achieve desired consistency. Transfer to a large bowl; refrigerate until serving., Brush both sides of pita breads with butter. Cut in half; cut each half into six wedges. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 4 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Serve with carrot dip.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 266mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
SMOKY CARROT DIP
Making sure the carrots are tender to their cores before you pull them from the oven makes for a smoother carrot dip.
Provided by Ochre Bakery, Detroit, MI
Categories Bon Appétit Dip Appetizer Carrot Almond Chickpea Lemon Parsley Vegan Vegetarian Soy Free Peanut Free Healthy Thanksgiving Entertaining Wheat/Gluten-Free Dairy Free
Yield Makes about 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast almonds on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing halfway through, until slightly darkened and fragrant, 8-10 minutes. Let cool; set aside.
- Cut any thick carrots in half lengthwise, then slice all carrots crosswise into 4 pieces. Toss on a parchment-lined baking sheet with 2 Tbsp. oil and 1 tsp. salt. Spread carrots out evenly on baking sheet and roast, stirring once or twice, until very tender and starting to shrivel and brown (but not char), about 1 hour.
- Transfer carrots to a food processor; add garlic, chickpeas, lemon juice, pepper, paprika, chopped parsley, ½ cup oil, 1½ tsp. salt, and reserved almonds. Process, adding more oil as needed, until mixture is almost completely smooth. Taste dip and add more lemon juice and/or salt if needed.
- Transfer dip to a small bowl, drizzle with more oil, and top with parsley leaves.
- Do Ahead: Dip can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.
MOROCCAN CARROT HUMMUS DIP
This hummus is super creamy, sweet and light from mixing steamed carrots, cumin and orange in with the traditional chickpeas and tahini. Yogurt adds some tang and a pesto made from the carrot tops adds a salty earthy bite. If you don't have carrots with tops, just double the mint.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the pine nuts on one side of a baking sheet and the cumin seeds on the other side, not mixing the two together. Toast the nuts and spices until fragrant and browning in spots, 6 to 7 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let cool.
- Cut the tops off the carrots and reserve. Peel the carrots and chop them into 1-inch pieces.
- Fill a medium wide-mouthed pot with 2 inches of water. Set a collapsible steamer basket insert into the pot, then bring to a simmer over high heat. Put the carrots in the steamer basket and cook, covered, until the largest pieces are tender when pierced with a knife, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Puree the carrots and chickpeas with a food processor until blended. Add the orange juice, tahini, reserved cumin seeds and 2 teaspoons salt and continue to process until the mixture is smooth and light and very well blended, about 5 minutes, scraping down the bowl as necessary. Transfer the carrot hummus to a medium bowl and reserve.
- Pick 1/2 cup packed leaves off of the stems of the carrot tops and reserve. Discard the stems. Pulse the garlic and all but 1 teaspoon of the pine nuts in a food processor until coarsely ground. Add the carrot top leaves, mint, 1/4 teaspoon salt and all but 1/4 teaspoon of the orange zest and pulse until finely chopped. With the processor on, slowly drizzle in the oil and process until blended well.
- Spread half of the carrot hummus in the bottom of a medium glass serving bowl. Spread 1/2 cup Greek yogurt on top. Spread the remaining carrot hummus over that. Spread the pesto into a wide circle in the center and drop a dollop of the remaining 1/4 cup yogurt in the center of the pesto. Sprinkle with the remaining teaspoon pine nuts and 1/4 teaspoon orange zest. Serve with toasted pita triangles.
ROASTED CARROT DIP
Cumin and Sriracha add heat and depth to this super-simple party hors d'oeuvre.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss carrots and onion with 2 tablespoons oil and the cumin. Season with salt. Roast until golden brown and tender, about 35 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Transfer vegetables to a food processor, and pulse until a coarse paste forms. Add remaining 1/4 cup oil, the vinegar, Sriracha, and garlic. Pulse to combine. Season with salt. Dollop with yogurt and serve with pita bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 g, Fat 14 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g
GINGER CARROT DIP WITH CRUDITES
Provided by Gina Marie Miraglia Eriquez
Categories Condiment/Spread Blender Ginger Vegetable No-Cook Vegetarian Kid-Friendly Gourmet Small Plates
Yield Makes about 2 1D2 cups dip
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Purée all ingredients in a blender until almost smooth, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and chill, covered, at least 1 hour.
ROASTED CARROT DIP
Surprise your guests with this unique and flavorful dip. Sweet, caramelized flavors, paired with a hint of heat from the chile oil. Add as much or as little oil as you'd like, or omit completely if you prefer. Use different fresh or dried peppers to infuse the oil. This reheats exceptionally well; in fact, I find it more flavorful the next day. Serve with wheat crackers or pita chips. Instead of parsley, you can top with crushed pistachios or pumpkin seeds.
Provided by France C
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pour olive oil into a small saucepan over medium-high heat and cook until lightly simmering, about 1 minute. Add crushed red pepper and remove from heat; set aside. Let chile oil infuse while preparing the rest of the recipe.
- Toss carrots, onion, whole garlic cloves, olive oil, salt, coriander, and turmeric together in a bowl. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
- Roast in the preheated oven until soft, tossing halfway through, about 30 minutes total. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
- Transfer cooked carrot mixture to a food processor and add tahini, honey, and additional salt, if needed. Blend carrot dip until smooth.
- Spoon dip into a small serving bowl. Strain chile oil into a small dish and discard crushed red pepper. Drizzle oil to your preference on top of the dip and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 229.2 mg, Sugar 5.5 g
CHICKPEA CILANTRO DIP WITH GRILLED PITA AND CARROT STICKS
Categories Condiment/Spread Bean Vegetable Appetizer Low Fat Back to School Summer Healthy Gourmet Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Prepare grill for cooking. If using a charcoal grill, open vents on bottom of grill and on lid.
- Slip skins from chickpeas with your fingers, then purée chickpeas with yogurt, cilantro, garlic, lemon juice, water, and salt in a food processor until smooth.
- When fire is hot (you can hold your hand 5 inches above rack for 1 to 2 seconds), grill pitas on lightly oiled grill rack, uncovered, turning once, until golden, about 2 minutes total.
- Serve dip with pitas and carrots.
CARROT-YOGURT DIP
Indian lime pickles play up the sweetness of the carrots and add a little heat to this riff on raita.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Time 45m
Yield Makes 3 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine carrots, cumin, oil, vinegar, cilantro, and Indian pickles in a small bowl. Season generously with salt and pepper. Refrigerate, covered, at least 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in another bowl, mix together yogurt and garlic. Season with salt and refrigerate, covered, up to 1 day.
- Spread yogurt mixture onto a serving plate, then spoon marinated carrots on top, leaving behind any accumulated liquid. Garnish with pistachios, cilantro leaves, and a drizzle of oil from the pickle jar. Serve with papadums.
BABY CARROT CRUDITES WITH GREEN ONION AND MINT DIP
Categories No-Cook Vegetarian Yogurt Mayonnaise Mint Carrot Squash Fall Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 20 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Blend first 5 ingredients in processor until smooth. Season dip to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and chill at least 1 hour and up to 1 day.
- Cut 1/2 inch from bottom of acorn squash to make flat surface. Using small knife, cut around stem on top, making 4-inch-diameter opening; discard top. Scoop out seeds. Place on serving platter. Pour in some dip. Place carrots on platter around acorn squash. Serve, refilling acorn squash with dip when necessary.
CARROT MAPLE DIP
Friendsgiving calls for easy but tasty recipes. This carrot maple dip with a dash of sage leaves will leave your guests impressed! Don't forget to bring wine to share, and 14 Hands Sauvignon Blanc will have you guests wanting more! Serve with your favorite crackers.
Provided by 14 Hands Winery
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Toss carrots with coconut oil and place on a baking pan. Roast carrots for 10 minutes.
- Combine maple syrup and orange juice and pour over carrots. Roast for another 10 minutes or until carrots are tender. Remove from oven and let cool slightly, about 10 minutes.
- Transfer carrots to a blender, and blend until smooth. Add salt to taste. Add more orange juice if the carrot mixture is too thick. Transfer dip to a bowl. Garnish with chopped sage leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16.1 g, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 82.4 mg, Sugar 10.7 g
EASY CARROT DIP WITH A BITE
I made Petroushka's Recipe #207860 yesterday and thought -- the food processor is already dirty, so I might as well make something else. After a bit of experimentation, this was the end result. I took it to office drinks today and it got two thumbs up from everyone. I used a tin of baby carrots, but you can make this recipe harder for yourself by cooking 250 grams (8 ounces) of sliced fresh carrots until they are tender, draining them and then following the rest of the recipe. I'm sure you could double or triple this for a crowd. Use yogurt only if you need to reduce the heat.
Provided by Leggy Peggy
Categories Vegetable
Time 5m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Drain the carrots and put all ingredients in a food processor or blender. Add the yogurt ONLY if you want to reduce the heat.
- Buzz until you have the desired consistency.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 39.5, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 0.3, Sodium 134.6, Carbohydrate 3.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.9, Protein 0.3
SPICED CARROT DIP
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.
Provided by The Flying Chef
Categories Vegetable
Time 18m
Yield 1 1/2 cup
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Boil or microwave carrots until soft, drain.
- Heat oil in a frying pan cook garlic and spices until fragrant.
- Blend or process carrot, spices, yogurt and coriander until smooth.
- Refrigerate until needed.
- Serve with either homemade dippers or store bought.
MAMA DIP'S CARROT CAKE
This is a recipe from Chapel Hill restaurant owner Mildred "Mama Dip" Council. It is an easy cake to make. I made this for my sister's birthday, and she loved it! I hope you enjoy it, too.
Provided by Barenakedchef
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Yield 1 cake
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cake:
- Sift together first 3 ingredients. Set aside. Line 3 lightly greased 9" round ake pans with parchment or waxed paper; lightly grease the paper.
- Beat sugar and oil at medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating until blended after each addition. Add flour mixture, beating at low speed just until blended and stopping to scrape down sides. Fold in carrots and 1 cup of nuts. Spoon batter evenly into prepared pans.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pans on wire rack for 10 minutes; remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.
- Spread cream cheese frosting between layers and on top and sides of cake. Arrange remaining ½ cup of nuts around outer edge of cake. Cut with a serrated knife.
- Cream Cheese Frosting:
- Beat cream cheese and butter at medium speed of mixer until fluffy; gradually add in powdered sugar, beating well. Stir in vanilla.
JERK-SPICED CARROT DIP
Jerk seasoning breathes new life into potassium-rich carrots when they're doused with the spice and roasted until sweet and tender. The addition of coconut milk tempers the heat and also makes the dip ultra-creamy. Serve this with warm flatbread and a fun tropical drink to transport yourself to a sunny island.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and position an oven rack in the middle.
- Cut the carrots into 1-inch lengths. Cut any thick pieces in half lengthwise so that the carrot chunks are all about the same size. Gently toss the carrots, onion, garlic cloves, oil and jerk seasoning together on a large baking sheet. Place in the oven and bake until the largest vegetables are very tender and browned in parts, about 50 minutes, flipping once halfway through cooking. Remove from the oven and cool slightly. Discard any parts of the onion wedges that has become leathery and chewy after from roasting.
- Once cooled, remove the garlic cloves from their skins; place garlic in a food processor along with the carrots and onions, lime juice, coconut milk, salt and 2 tablespoons of water. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Add additional water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
- Transfer the dip to a small serving bowl and garnish with lime zest. Serve with flatbread and vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Fat 7 grams, SaturatedFat 2.5 grams, Sodium 350 milligrams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 grams, Sugar 4 grams
CARROT CHEESE DIP
Provided by Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 15m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Add the piquillo peppers to a food processor and puree.
- In a stand mixer, combine the cream cheese, smoked Gouda and piquillo peppers. Taste and season. If the mixture feels too loose to mold, refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Roll the mixture into 2 balls. Divide the bunch of parsley into 2 parts and place on separate serving plates. Place each cheese ball on top of the parsley sprigs so that the parsley looks like carrot stems. Shape each ball of cheese into a carrot shape and top with some of the Cheddar, pushing the cheese in slightly so it stays.
- Refrigerate or serve immediately with crudite or chips.
Tips:
- Choose the right carrots: Use fresh, firm, and sweet carrots for the best flavor.
- Peel and chop the carrots evenly: This will help them cook evenly.
- Use a food processor or blender: This is the easiest way to get a smooth and creamy dip.
- Add other vegetables: For a more nutritious dip, add other vegetables like celery, cucumber, or bell pepper.
- Use Greek yogurt or sour cream: These will give the dip a tangy flavor and creamy texture.
- Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, or other spices to taste.
- Chill before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and the dip to thicken.
- Serve with a variety of dippers: Carrot dip is great with crackers, chips, vegetables, or even pita bread.
Conclusion:
Carrot dip is a delicious and healthy snack or appetizer that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's easy to make, customizable to your taste preferences, and a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. So next time you're looking for a healthy and tasty snack, give carrot dip a try!
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