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Easy Roasted Carrots

These easy roasted carrots boast four ingredients--carrots, butter, salt, and pepper--and one simple and perfect technique for roasting them to magnificence, bringing out their earthy sweetness.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 2 to 4 servings
Calories: 240 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds carrots peeled
  • 2 tablespoons (1 oz) unsalted butter melted
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Adjust the oven rack to the middle position and heat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cut each carrot in half crosswise and then cut each half lengthwise in halves or quarters as needed to create uniformly sized pieces. Toss the carrots in a large bowl along with the melted butter, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and toss to coat.
  3. Dump the carrots on the parchment-lined baking sheet and spread in a single layer. Cover the baking sheet tightly with aluminum foil and roast for 15 minutes.
  4. Remove the foil and continue to roast, stirring twice, until the carrots are well browned and tender, about 30 minutes more.
  5. Transfer to a serving dish. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Get ahead--Carrots can be peeled and cut up to 4 days in advance. Store in an airtight container in the fridge. 
  • Storage--Leftover carrots can be stored in the fridge in a sealed container for up to 4 days. Rewarm in a 400°F oven or in a skillet over medium-low heat until warmed through.
  • Add spices--You can add your favorite spices to the carrot mixture before roasting, or top them with fresh herbs after cooking.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1portion Calories 240kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Monounsaturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 0.5g Cholesterol 30mg (10%) Sodium 256mg (11%) Fiber 10g (40%) Sugar 16g (32%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2to 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 240

% Daily Value*

Serving 1portion
Calories 240kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Trans Fat 0.5g 25%
Cholesterol 30mg 10%
Sodium 256mg 11%
Fiber 10g 40%
Sugar 16g 32%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.