Vadouvan Carrot Yogurt Recipe

Vadouvan Carrot Yogurt Recipe

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 bunch small carrots (about 8 ounces), peeled, sliced crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces
  • Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
  • 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon vadouvan
  • 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups low-fat plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • Toast or crispbread–style crackers (for serving)
  1. Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add carrots, season with salt and pepper, and cook, tossing occasionally, until carrots are tender and beginning to brown around edges, 12–15 minutes. Add 1 Tbsp. vadouvan and garlic and cook, tossing often and reducing heat if needed, until very fragrant, about 2 minutes. Let cool slightly, then transfer to a food processor or blender. Add yogurt and lime juice; purée until smooth.
  2. Heat remaining 1 Tbsp. oil and 1 tsp. vadouvan in a small skillet until spices are sizzling and very fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  3. Divide yogurt among bowls and drizzle with spice oil. Serve with toast for dipping.
  4. Yogurt and spice oil can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill yogurt; store spice oil tightly covered at room temperature.