Easy Oven Roasted Carrots
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Easy Oven Roasted Carrots
Description
Carrots, peeled and cut as needed, are coated with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper before being spaced in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roasting at 425°F allows the exterior to develop gentle browning and the interior to become tender over 18 to 30 minutes depending on size.
The process preserves natural carrot flavor and texture without overwhelming seasoning. Garnishing with fresh parsley can add brightness before serving.
These roasted carrots are appropriate alongside a variety of main dishes or as part of a vegetable medley. Adjust baking time for whole baby carrots or larger chunks to avoid under- or over-cooking.
Adding honey or brown sugar before roasting creates a subtle glaze and sweeter profile if desired.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrot washed, peeled and cut if large
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper plus additional to taste, as needed
- parsley for garnish, optional, chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet pan with parchment paper (for easy clean-up).
- Toss carrots with oil and seasoning.
- Pour onto prepared baking sheet. Arrange carrots in a single layer.
- Bake 18-20 minutes for baby or garden carrots, 25-30 minutes for larger store bought carrots. Ensure carrots are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Serve warm, garnished with parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use whole baby carrots for shorter roasting times, and cut larger carrots into uniform chunks for even cooking.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes or longer for bigger carrots; test tenderness with a fork.
- Optional: Add a tablespoon of honey or brown sugar to the carrots before roasting for a sweeter glaze.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 103 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 103 | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Sodium | 492mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 483mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 25260IU | 505% |
| Vitamin C | 8.9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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