Description
These vibrant carrot skewers are coated in a crunchy pistachio crust, served with creamy whipped feta and a tart cranberry drizzle. A perfect festive appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into 3-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg, beaten
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
- For the Whipped Feta:
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Cranberry Drizzle:
- 1/2 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, toss carrot pieces with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Thread 3-4 carrot pieces onto each skewer.
- In a shallow dish, combine chopped pistachios and panko. Place beaten egg in another shallow dish.
- Dip each carrot skewer into the egg, then roll in the pistachio mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Place on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, until carrots are tender and crust is golden.
- Meanwhile, make the whipped feta: In a food processor, combine feta, cream cheese, yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Process until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Make the cranberry drizzle: In a small bowl, whisk together cranberry sauce, balsamic vinegar, and honey. Warm slightly in microwave if desired.
- To serve, spread whipped feta on a platter, arrange carrot skewers on top, and drizzle with cranberry mixture. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
To make this dish vegan, use a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water) and replace feta with a plant-based alternative. Skewers can also be grilled over medium heat for 10-12 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12 g
- Fat: 22 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Protein: 10 g