Ingredients

• 3 medium carrots, peeled and diced

• 1 clove garlic, peeled

• 1 tbsp. lemon juice, adjust to taste

• 1 1/2 tbsp. olive oil

• 1/4 tsp. chilli powder or 1 green chilli, adjust to taste

• 1 tsp. paprika for colour

• 1/2 tsp. cumin powder

• 1 tsp. honey, not if carrots are sweet

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook carrots in water until soft.

2. Drain and purée in a blender with the garlic clove, while still hot.

3. Add all other ingredients and blend gently again.

4. Allow to cool.

5. Serve with Pita bread or any other type of bread.

6. It can also be served as one of a selection of vegetables with roast meat.