Sesame-Tahini Roasted Carrots with Za’atar

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-13 · Updated 2026-05-13

Sweet roasted carrots tossed in a nutty tahini sauce, finished with toasted sesame seeds and fragrant za’atar spice. This Middle Eastern-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs olive oil, salt, ground black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into 3-inch sticks
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 3 tbsp tahini
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp warm water
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tsp za’atar spice blend

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 1 lb peeled and cut carrots with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
2. Step 2: Roast the carrots for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and edges caramelize.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, whisk together 3 tbsp tahini, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 2 tbsp warm water in a small bowl until smooth and pourable.
4. Step 4: Drizzle the tahini sauce over the roasted carrots, then sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 1 tsp za’atar evenly on top before serving.