Description
Delight in the simplicity and elegance of roasted baby carrots, perfect for elevating any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound baby carrots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh herbs (such as thyme or rosemary, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Combine the baby carrots, olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional garlic powder and herbs in a mixing bowl.
- Toss gently but thoroughly to ensure all carrots are coated evenly.
- Arrange the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Notes
For a richer flavor, you can substitute olive oil with melted butter. Experiment with different spices or glazes for customization.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg