Spicy Moroccan Carrot Dip with Whole Wheat Pita Chips

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This creamy dip is packed with flavorful spices - not with carbon.

Recipe courtesy of Christine Seitz for Bon Appétit Management Company.

SERVINGS
12

INGREDIENTS
For dip:
4 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 1/2 cups extra virgin olive oil (reserve ¼ cup for final drizzle at end)
2 teaspoons Harissa (or substitute hot chili sauce)
2 tablespoonscumin
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
4 cloves garlic, chopped
Sea Salt and fresh ground black or white pepper to taste

For garnish:
1 cup black and green olives
8 to 12 ounces feta cheese
½ cup capers
1 bunch Italian parsley, chopped

For chips:
12 whole fresh Whole Wheat Pita Bread rounds
2 tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil (for pita triangles)
2 tablespoons chili powder

PREPARATION
1. Steam carrots until fork tender.

2. In food processor, coarse chop carrots, garlic, olive oil (reserve ¼ cup for final drizzle at end), cider vinegar, cumin, salt and pepper. Check seasonings for salt, pepper and heat, and adjust if need be. Note that the capers will add salt as well.

3. Pour into serving dish. Garnish top with capers, feta, black and green olives, and Italian parsley. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.

4. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. Cut pita bread into wedges. Lay flat on sheet pan and brush or spray with olive oil. Sprinkle with chili powder and salt.

5. Bake pita wedges for 15 to 25 minutes or until crunchy. Serve pita chips with carrot dip - warm or chilled - and enjoy.

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