Baked Shoestring Carrot Fries with Za'atar

INGREDIENTS

1/3 lb

carrots (peeled and sliced into sticks)

1 tbsp

olive oil (or mild-flavored oil of choice)

1/2 tsp

za'atar spice blend (see note, divided)

Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

1/4 cup

tahini

1/2 tsp

granulated garlic

1/2 cup

parsley (gently packed)

1 tbsp

freshly squeezed lemon juice

1/4 tsp

salt

1/4 tsp

black pepper

3 tbsp

water