roasted carrots
These roasted carrots are cooked simply with olive oil, salt and pepper.
Servings: 4
Calories: 155kcal
Equipment
- oven
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrots
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional garnish: 2 teaspoons chopped fresh green onions or parsley .
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup, if desired.
- To prepare your carrots, peel them and then cut them on the diagonal so each piece is about ½″ thick at the widest part.
- Place the carrots on the baking sheet. Add the olive oil and salt.
- Toss until the carrots are lightly coated in oil and seasonings. Arrange them in a single layer. Roast the carrots until they’re caramelized on the edges and easily pierced through by a fork, 25 to 30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately, sprinkled with parsley if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 155kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 447mg | Potassium: 726mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 37889IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 1mg