Roasted Carrots with Spring Herb Dip
Sweet carrots are a perfect match for this creamy dip.
By Ree Drummond

Yields:
6 - 8 serving(s)
Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
I just love any dish that involves a dip. These roasted carrots are like sweet, caramelized fries, and they make the best little scoops for this creamy, herb-packed dip. It’s a match made in snack heaven, if you ask me! The carrots are tossed in a simple yet flavor-packed blend of garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cumin, giving you natural sweetness and a touch of spice in each bite. Plus, they’re kid-approved. If you want to mix things up, try serving them with French onion dip, Rotel dip, fresh avocado dip–or all four! Let's face it: You can never have too many condiments.
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Ingredients
- 1 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
- 2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. black pepper
- 2 lb. carrots, peeled and cut into 4-inch sticks
- 2 Tbsp. salted butter, melted
- 4 oz. cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup tender herbs (such as chives, parsley, dill, mint, or a combination)
- Zest and juice of 1 lime
Directions
- Step 1Preheat the oven to 450°F.
- Step 2In a small bowl, whisk together the paprika, cumin, 1½ teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Place the carrots on a large baking sheet, drizzle with the butter, sprinkle with the spice mixture, and toss to combine.
- Step 3Roast, flipping the carrots halfway through, until they're crisp-tender and golden brown on the edges, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Step 4Meanwhile, add the cream cheese, yogurt, herbs, lime zest and juice, 1 tablespoon water, and the remaining ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon pepper to a food processor. Process until smooth, about 1 minute.
- Step 5Serve the carrots with herb dip.
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