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Roasted Tzimmes

With the final addition of za’atar, a Middle Eastern spice mixture, this sweet carrot dish becomes another perfect combination of East meets West—a great mix of Ashkenazi tradition with Middle Eastern flavors.

Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 6 to 8 servings
Calories: 183 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Israeli

Ingredients

  • 8 dried figs cut into eighths
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice (from 1 medium orange)
  • 3/4 pound carrots (about 4) peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes or 1 1/2-inch long sticks
  • 3/4 pound sweet potatoes (1 medium) cut into 1-inch cubes or 1 1/2-inch-long sticks
  • 1/2 pound parsnips peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes or 1 1/2-inch long sticks
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon molasses (you can substitute maple syrup)
  • 2 teaspoons za'atar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Toss the figs and orange juice in a large bowl and let soak for at least 20 minutes and up to 1 hour.
  2. Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Drain the figs, reserving the orange juice. Add the carrots, sweet potatoes, and parsnips to the figs along with the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, molasses, za’atar, salt, and pepper to taste and toss to coat.
  4. Spread the mixture on the prepared baking sheet and roast, tossing occasionally, until the vegetables begin to caramelize, 25 to 40 minutes. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of the reserved orange juice over the vegetables and toss again. Taste and, if desired, season with more salt to taste.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1portion Calories 183kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 29g (10%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Monounsaturated Fat 5g Sodium 464mg (19%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 11g (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6to 8 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 183

% Daily Value*

Serving 1portion
Calories 183kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 29g 10%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Sodium 464mg 19%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 11g 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.