Roasted Potatoes and Carrots
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Roasted Potatoes and Carrots
Description
Roasted Potatoes and Carrots is a straightforward side dish featuring small halved potatoes and thick carrot slices tossed in a mixture of olive oil, melted butter, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and dried thyme. The vegetables are spread evenly on a prepared baking sheet and roasted at 400°F until tender and cooked through, developing caramelized edges and enhanced flavors from the garlic and herbs.
This dish offers a comforting texture balance between the crispy exterior and soft interior of the potatoes and carrots. The finishing touch of fresh parsley adds brightness and color to the plate. The recipe is easy to prepare and versatile as a side for various main courses.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme dried
- 1 pound carrot peeled and cut into 1 inch thick slices, whole
- 1 pound potato halved, small
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped, fresh
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a sheet pan with cooking spray.
- Place the olive oil, butter, garlic, salt, pepper and thyme in a large bowl. Whisk to combine.
- Add the carrots and potatoes to the bowl and toss to coat.
- Pour the vegetables onto the sheet pan and spread into a single layer.
- Cook for 30-40 minutes or until potatoes and carrots are tender.
- Sprinkle with parsley, then serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 187 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 187kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 673mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 568mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 12858IU | 257% |
| Vitamin C | 22mg | 24% |
| Calcium | 38mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.