Description
Perfectly roasted carrots that are sweet, tender, and caramelized with a touch of garlic and herbs. An easy and flavorful side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
- 1 kg / 2 lb carrots, peeled and ends trimmed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, minced (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 220°C/430°F (200°C fan).
- Slice carrots diagonally into 5 cm (2-inch) lengths. Halve thicker pieces lengthwise to ensure even roasting.
- Place the carrot pieces on a baking tray. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss to coat evenly.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- Remove the tray from the oven, push carrots to one side, and add minced garlic (and any additional flavorings if using). Toss well to combine.
- Return to oven and roast for another 10 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and caramelized.
- Remove from oven, toss again in the garlicky oil, sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of dried thyme or rosemary with the garlic.
- Use rainbow carrots for a colorful presentation.
- These carrots pair wonderfully with roasted meats or vegetarian mains.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge and reheated or added to salads.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasted
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
