The crisp on these Roasted Carrots with Whipped Feta is life changing. If you’re in the french fry mood but don’t necessarily want all of the calories—these are the real deal and will be the new go to when it comes to a savory snack! Paired with the whipped feta—this dish is a crowd pleaser and has a taste like no other!
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How To Bake Crispy Carrot Fries
Preheat the oven to 400℉.
Cut the carrots in half, then into thin strips, this will help bake to a crispy French fry texture! Toss the carrots in a splash of olive oil. Make sure you aren’t putting too much oil in!
Next, the spices—add the garlic powder, paprika, cornstarch, salt & pepper! If you are a spice person—load these up with all the flavoring! You don’t have to stop at the amount I put on the recipe card!
After the spices—chop the bunch of parsley and add to the carrot mixture. Toss them a little more!
Get out a large baking sheet, cover it with parchment paper, and place the carrots spaced out on the parchment.
Bake for about 30 minutes! Or more if you like them extra crispy!
About half way—toss the carrots!
While the carrots bake, blend the feta cheese in a food processor or blender with a splash of nut milk. It’s up to you how creamy you want the whipped feta to be! I prefer it a bit thicker, so I try add as little milk as possible to get it blended! Don’t be too generous when adding the nut milk—a little bit goes a long way! My favorite type of nut milk to use in this recipe is almond milk!
Once the 30 minutes is up, take out the carrots, toss in the left over parsley and serve with the whipped feta!
Such a delicious snack/party appetizer/game day healthy side!
Health Benefits of Carrots
Carrots are also a weight-conscious choice. Their low calorie content and high fiber make them an excellent addition to any weight management plan. Fiber’s satiating effect helps curb overeating, contributing to weight control.
Additionally, the vitamins and antioxidants in carrots can enhance skin health. Beta-carotene protects the skin from sun damage, and vitamin C supports collagen production and wound healing, resulting in healthier and more radiant skin.
The Perfect Crisp
I’ll be the first one to say it! The worst thing is looking forward to fries—just to have them come out soggy! But this is NOT the case with these Roasted Carrots with Whipped Feta—and I’ll let you in on all of my secrets!
Cut the carrots as thin as possible!
In order to get that perfect crisp, cut the carrot strips really thin, I would say shoot for 1/4 or 1/8 of an inch. They can still be made as wide as you’d like, but this will allow the carrots to bake through in the oven!
Don’t overcrowd the fries!
If you double or triple this recipe—you may end up with a ton of fries! Don’t cook them all on the same baking sheet at once! This is one of the most important parts to a crispy fry. When they’re touching, it doesn’t allow the heat of the oven to hit every side of the fry, and the parts that aren’t exposed and against another fry will be soggy! So, when throwing the carrots on the parchment paper—be sure each one has enough space.
Bake the fries in the top half of the oven!
Another important detail—this helps give the carrots a beautiful, caramelized crisp without a burn!
Baking vs. Frying
The debate of baking vs. frying! It’s not just a preference—there are huge health benefits to eating baked over fried foods. Both methods turn raw ingredients into incredible treats and dishes, but they are done in completely different ways. The difference in nutritional value (of course depending on the ingredients added) is crazy—and sometimes it’s hard to distinguish one from the other when done well!
Baking is definitely a healthier option. When food is baked, it’s being cooked by dry heat, and very small amounts of oil. When something is fried—the cooking is done in hot oil. The oil is absorbed into the food item, increasing the fat and calorie content by a significant amount.
If you are wanting to on cook in an overall healthy manner—try baking more foods! There are so many fun ways to experiment with spices, marinade, crusts, and flavors to enhance a dish and make it just as good when it comes to baking! These Roasted Carrots with Whipped Feta would be a great place to start!
Can an air fryer be used to make the roasted carrot fries?
Absolutely! An air fryer would bake these perfectly!
Could I make this recipe vegan?
Yes, use vegan feta to make the whipped feta and it tastes just as amazing!
Are these gluten free?
These are 100% gluten free!
Are these good reheated?
These Roasted Carrots with Whipped Feta are incredible when reheated! I throw them in the toaster oven for a couple minutes and they’re perfect!
Cozy season and football Sundays definitely call for comfort food and appetizers! These are an amazing option if you’re looking to bring something delicious to a party, enjoy a tasty side with dinner, or snack on something savory all day any day (because they’re healthy)!! I find it encouraging to know something that tastes actually delicious, and suspiciously unhealthy is actually HEALTHY for me! Enjoy all the the coziness of the fall season and look forward to more fun recipes🧡
Roasted Carrots with Whipped Feta
Ingredients
- 1 Pound Large Carrots
- 1 Block Feta Cheese
- 1 Bunch Parsley
- 1 Tablespoon Paprika
- 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Corn Starch
- 1 Teaspoon Salt & Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400℉.
- Cut the carrots in half, then into thin strips, this will help bake to a crispy French fry texture. Toss in a splash of olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, cornstarch, salt & pepper!
- Chop the bunch of parsley and add to the carrots.
- Get a baking sheet, cover it with parchment paper, and place the carrots spaced out on the parchment.
- Bake for about 30 minutes!
- While the carrots bake, blend the feta cheese with a splash of nut milk.
- Take out the carrots, toss in any left over parsley and serve with the whipped feta!
I made these as a side over the holidays. They were a crowd favorite & the whipped feta was a perfect touch! Had to bake them a little longer than 30 minutes
I’m so glad you liked this recipe! Thanks for the feedback!