Description
Oven Roasted Carrots are a simple yet delicious side dish that beautifully enhances any meal. Their natural sweetness shines through when roasted at a high temperature, resulting in tender, caramelized bites that are both nutritious and flavorful. This easy recipe requires minimal prep time and allows for endless customization with your favorite herbs and spices. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, these roasted carrots are sure to become a family favorite. Serve them alongside grilled meats, toss them into salads, or enjoy them as a standalone snack – the possibilities are endless!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrots
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and peel the carrots; cut them into uniform pieces.
- Arrange the carrot pieces on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Drizzle olive oil over the carrots and sprinkle with seasonings; toss to coat.
- Roast for about 30 minutes, checking for tenderness with a fork.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg