"Tandoori" Carrots with Vadouvan Spice and Yogurt

A flavorful roasted carrot dish featuring vadouvan-spiced yogurt marinade, topped with turmeric oil and fresh cilantro. This Indian-inspired side dish combines the sweetness of roasted carrots with aromatic spices and cooling yogurt.

4 servings
37 min

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vadouvan
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • ½ cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste Kosher salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • 1 pound small carrots
  • ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup cilantro

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Preheat oven to 425°. Mix vadouvan, half of garlic, 1/4 cup yogurt, and 3 tablespoons oil in a large bowl until smooth; season with salt and pepper. Add carrots and toss to coat. Roast on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer, turning occasionally, until tender and lightly charred in spots, 25-30 minutes.

    30 min

  2. 2.

    Meanwhile, heat turmeric and remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a small skillet over medium-low, swirling skillet, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.

    2 min

  3. 3.

    Whisk lemon juice, remaining garlic, and remaining . cup yogurt in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper.

    2 min

  4. 4.

    Place carrots (along with crunchy bits on baking sheet) on a platter. Drizzle with yogurt mixture and turmeric oil and top with cilantro. Serve with lemon wedges.

    3 min