Description
These oven-roasted carrots are a simple yet flavorful side dish that complements any meal. Tender carrots are seasoned with a blend of spices and herbs, then roasted to perfection for a sweet and savory flavor. Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy vegetable side or a colorful addition to your dinner table, these roasted carrots are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds carrots (peeled and cut into sticks or rounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Optional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional for a sweet glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Prepare Carrots: In a large bowl, toss carrots with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until coated.
- Roast Carrots: Spread carrots on the baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway, until tender and caramelized.
- Optional Glaze: Drizzle honey or maple syrup over carrots during the last 5 minutes of roasting.
- Serve: Sprinkle with parsley before serving if desired.
Notes
- Use rainbow carrots for a colorful presentation.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cumin or smoked paprika.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
