Easy Ranch Baby Carrots
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
Vegetarian
Easy Ranch Baby Carrots
Description
This recipe seasons baby carrots with a mix of dried parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, dill, and black pepper combined into a ranch seasoning. Tossed with olive oil for roasting and finished with melted butter, the carrots bake in a hot oven until tender and slightly caramelized. The ranch seasoning adds a familiar herb and spice kick that complements the natural sweetness and texture of the baby carrots. Baking instead of boiling or steaming preserves flavor and creates gentle browning.
Easy Ranch Baby Carrots work well as a side dish to a variety of meals and offer a wholesome vegetable option. Garnishing with fresh parsley enhances the presentation and adds a pop of color and freshness.
Ingredients
- 1 baby carrots patted dry, 16-ounce package
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped leaves
For the ranch seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon parsley dried
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon dill dried
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper ground
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray.
- To make the Ranch seasoning mix, combine parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, dill and pepper in a small bowl.
- Place carrots in a single layer onto the prepared baking sheet. Add olive oil and Ranch seasoning mix. Gently toss to combine.
- Place into oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until tender. Stir in butter until melted, about 1 minute.
- Serve immediately, garnished with parsley, if desired.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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