4.4 from 87 votes
Roasted Carrots Recipe
Roasted Carrots offer a tender, slightly caramelized vegetable side that highlights the natural sweetness of peeled carrots. The carrots are sliced diagonally to ensure even cooking and are coated with olive oil, salt, and pepper before roasting at a high temperature. Optional additions like garlic powder and fresh herbs such as dill or thyme add depth and an herby aroma. This recipe can also be adjusted toward a sweeter profile by drizzling honey and butter after roasting.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings:
6
Calories:
104 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrot peeled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder optional
- salt to taste, kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, kosher salt and freshly ground
- dill optional garnish, chopped fresh
- thyme optional garnish, chopped fresh
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy clean up. Set aside.
- With a sharp knife, cut off the tops of the carrots. Slice the carrots diagonally, in 1/2-inch-thick slices. Make sure they are close to the same size, so they cook evenly.
- Place the carrots on the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with garlic powder, if using. Toss until well coated. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Make sure the carrots are in an even layer on the baking sheet.
- Place the pan in the oven and roast the carrots for 20 to 30 minutes, tossing halfway.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh dill or thyme. Serve warm.
Cup of Yum
Notes
- To create a sweeter alternative, skip garlic powder and herbs, and drizzle roasted carrots with a butter and honey mixture immediately after baking.
- Store cooled carrots in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- Reheat carrots in a 350°F oven, air fryer, or skillet to keep texture crisp, avoiding microwave reheating to prevent sogginess.
Nutrition Information
Calories
104kcal
(5%)
Carbohydrates
15g
(5%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
105mg
(4%)
Potassium
487mg
(10%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
25259IU
(505%)
Vitamin C
9mg
(10%)
Calcium
50mg
(5%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 104
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 104kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 105mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 487mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 25259IU | 505% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.