Roasted Carrot and Herb Spread

Name: Roasted Carrot and Herb Spread
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks; 4 cloves of garlic; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Salt to taste; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves; 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary leaves, finely chopped; 1/4 cup cooked white quinoa

The origin of this recipe goes back to a former chef who was diagnosed with histamine intolerance. Missing his favorite hummus but unable to tolerate chickpeas and tahini, he experimented with diverse vegetables until he created this carrot-based spread. It has since become a widely loved alternative to high-histamine dips and spreads, even amongst those without histamine issues.

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Servings1 Person

Why suitable for low histanmine diet

The Roasted Carrot and Herb Spread is ideal for a low histamine diet as it contains low histamine vegetables, olive oil, and herbs. It does not include notorious histamine-containing ingredients or liberators like avocado, eggplant, spices, citrus fruits, vinegar, or processed meats. The addition of quinoa provides a wholesome touch without raising histamine levels.

Ingredients

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4 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks

4 cloves of garlic

2 tablespoons olive oil

Salt to taste

1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

1 teaspoon fresh rosemary leaves, finely chopped

1/4 cup cooked white quinoa

Instructions

0Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
1Toss the carrots and garlic cloves in the olive oil and a pinch of salt and spread them out on the baking tray.
2Roast in the oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and lightly browned.
3When cool enough to handle, squeeze the roasted garlic out of its skin.
4Transfer the roasted carrots and garlic to a food processor, add thyme, rosemary and cooked quinoa. Blend until smooth.
5If the spread is too thick, add a bit of olive oil or water to achieve the desired consistency.
6Adjust the salt to taste.
7Serve with gluten-free crackers or sliced cucumber.

Tipps

Roasting is Key

Roasting the carrots enhances their natural sweetness and creates a richer depth of flavor compared to boiling or steaming. Don't rush this step.

Make Ahead

This spread stores well in the refrigerator for up to a week. Prepare it ahead of time for a quick and easy snack that's ready when you are.

Serving Suggestions

It can be served warm or cold, although chilling it can help the flavors meld together better. Try using it as a sandwich spread or a dip for veggies.

Switch Up the Herbs

If thyme and rosemary aren't your favorites, feel free to substitute them. Just be sure to choose low-histamine herbs to maintain the snack's low-histamine properties.

Nutrition Facts

Calories145
Protein3g
Carbs20g
Fat7g
Fiber5g

Remember that everyone's tolerance to histamine can be different, so it's important to pay attention to your body and adjust your diet accordingly. Always discuss dietary changes with a healthcare professional.

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