Description
Lemon Garlic Roasted Carrots are a vibrant and flavorful side dish that enhances any meal with their zesty lemon and aromatic garlic. Simple to make, they promise tender, caramelized goodness in every bite.
Ingredients
- Fresh medium-sized carrots
- Garlic cloves
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and peel the carrots, cutting them into even sticks or rounds.
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Toss the carrots until well-coated.
- Spread the coated carrots on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and golden brown, stirring halfway through.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, mix in herbs like thyme or rosemary.
- Substitute honey for sugar for extra sweetness or top with feta cheese after roasting.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg