Roasted Baby Carrots
Roasted Baby Carrots are one of the easiest and tastiest side dishes you can make! Five minutes of prep and then they roast away to tender, sweet perfection, ready to serve alongside any meal. Keep it super simple with just olive oil, salt, and pepper, or dress things up with some of the tasty additions suggested below.
Ingredients
- 1 pound baby carrots
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 12-15 cranks fresh-ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Place carrots in a clean kitchen towel and rub gently to dry them. (This helps the oil adhere so they cook more quickly and evenly.)
- Place carrots on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss well to combine, then spread out into a single layer.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, giving them a quick stir halfway through, until carrots are tender enough to be easily pierced by a fork. Serve right away, with a garnish of fresh herbs, if desired.
Notes
- Variations:
- Add 2 teaspoons of dried herbs -- or 1-2 tablespoons fresh -- along with the salt and pepper. My favorite pairing with carrots is thyme, but oregano, rosemary, or any Italian herb blend is lovely.
- Drizzle with 1-2 teaspoons of honey or maple syrup after roasting and prior to serving. Toss well. (Don't add this before roasting, or it will make a terrible mess sticking to the pan and possibly scorching, depending on how hot your oven runs.)
- Add some color by tossing the carrots with 1/4 cup of basil pesto (or this healthier swap) after roasting.
- Elevate the dish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and sea salt. Again, add these just prior to serving.
- Oven Temperature: This is also very forgiving if you want to roast them at a slightly higher or lower temperature in order to cook alongside another dish - you can comfortably go as low as 350 degrees or as high as 425 degrees. Simply check on the carrots and plan to adjust the cook time accordingly.
- Storage: Roasted baby carrots keep well in the refrigerator in any airtight container for at least 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave for a quick and easy side. These are also one of my favorite veggies to meal prep for my toddler to eat throughout the week!
Nutrition Estimate
Calories: 71 kcal, Carbohydrates: 9 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 4 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4 g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3 g, Sodium: 379 mg, Potassium: 269 mg, Fiber: 3 g, Sugar: 5 g, Vitamin A: 15638 IU, Vitamin C: 3 mg, Calcium: 37 mg, Iron: 1 mg
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