Roasted Carrot and Garlic Dip

Ingredients

• 1 lb carrots, roughly chopped into 1 inch chunks
• 5 garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon California Olive Ranch Miller's Blend Reserve EVOO, plus
• more for serving
• 1 teaspoon fine salt, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/3 cup tahini
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 tablespoons high quality balsamic
• Fresh or pickled peppers, pickled onions and dried chili flakes for topping.