Carrot Top Dressing
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
12
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Calories
13 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Carrot Top Dressing
Description
Carrot Top Dressing transforms carrot greens into a vibrant yogurt-based dressing. Using carrot top leaves combined with Greek yogurt, chopped mint, garlic, apple cider vinegar, and seasoning creates a creamy and herby dressing. The preparation begins by cleaning and drying the carrot tops thoroughly to avoid excess water diluting the dressing. Blending these ingredients yields a smooth texture with a fresh, slightly tangy flavor profile highlighted by refreshing mint and mild garlic undertones.
The dressing's creamy consistency makes it suited for drizzling over salads or using as a dip. Its tangy and herbaceous qualities provide a pleasant contrast to crisp vegetables or roasted dishes. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 10 days, and the flavors develop further if allowed to rest for at least 30 minutes before serving.
For versatility, users may omit the mint if preferred or adjust the thickness by controlling the amount of water or type of yogurt used, making it thicker or more pourable. Using full-fat Greek yogurt enhances flavor and texture but can be adjusted based on preference.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Carrot tops loosely packed 20g
- ¾ cup Greek yogurt 215g
- ½ cup mint finely chopped, leaves
- 1 tablespoon water omit if your yogurt is runny
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the carrot greens by cutting the feathery leaves from the stems. Soak them in a bowl of water for a few minutes, then rinse. Repeat. Shake the excess water from the carrot tops, then dry in a salad spinner or gently in a clean tea towel.
- Add all the carrot top yogurt dressing ingredients to a food processor and blend until smooth. If necessary, add another teaspoon of water to loosen.
- Keep in a lidded container in the fridge for up to 10 days.
Notes
- Allow the dressing to rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to develop flavor.
- If a food processor is unavailable, finely mince the carrot tops and garlic before mixing with the remaining ingredients.
- Full-fat Greek yogurt enhances the richness, but other yogurt types can be used depending on preference.
- Omitting mint is possible if its flavor is undesired.
- To achieve a dip-like thickness, use thick strained yogurt and add water sparingly.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 13 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 13kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 5mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 30mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 80IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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