Description
These roasted carrots are bursting with flavor, simple to prepare, and perfect for a healthy meal. With just a few key ingredients, they’re an easy side dish that complements any dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds carrots (peeled and sliced on a bias into â…“-inch thick slices)
- 2 tablespoons oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground paprika
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a mixing bowl, toss the sliced carrots with oil, garlic powder, ground paprika, cumin (if using), sea salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned carrots on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until the carrots are tender and slightly caramelized, stirring halfway through the cooking time.
- Remove from the oven and serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary before roasting.
Make sure to cut the carrots evenly for consistent cooking.
Adjust seasoning to taste based on preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg