Description
These Parmesan Garlic Roasted Carrots are a flavorful and easy side dish that pairs well with any meal. Tender roasted carrots are tossed in garlic, herbs, and Parmesan cheese for a delicious twist on a classic vegetable.
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots:
- 2 pounds carrots (peeled and cut into sticks or thick coins)
Seasoning:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
Finishing Touches:
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss carrots: In a large bowl, toss the carrots with olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme until evenly coated.
- Roast: Spread the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until tender and lightly caramelized.
- Add cheese: Remove from the oven, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and toss to coat. Return to the oven for 3–5 more minutes, just until the cheese melts and forms a light crust.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, increase oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and use convection if available.
- You can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat or a drizzle of honey for a sweet-savory twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 1 cup
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
