Description
Experience the delightful transformation of fresh carrots into sweet, caramelized bites with this simple roasted carrot recipe. Perfectly tender on the inside and crisp on the outside, these roasted carrots make a vibrant side dish that complements any meal. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, they are sure to impress at family dinners or festive gatherings. Let’s dive into this easy recipe that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary) for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the carrot pieces with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- If desired, drizzle honey or maple syrup over the carrots and stir well.
- Spread the seasoned carrots in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, tossing halfway through for even cooking until golden brown and tender.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (approx. 90g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg