Spiced Roasted Carrots & Chickpeas with Whipped Feta

Introduction
This dish brings together roasted carrots and chickpeas, spiced with smoked paprika and ground cumin, and topped with a creamy whipped feta. It’s a perfect combination of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors, ideal as a side dish or a light vegetarian meal.

Ingredients
For the Roasted Carrots & Chickpeas

3 large carrots, peeled and cut into sticks

1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained, rinsed, and patted dry

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp ground cumin

Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Whipped Feta

4 oz feta cheese, crumbled

2 tbsp cream cheese

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp lemon juice

1 tbsp fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

How to Make
1️⃣ Preheat the Oven: