Roasted Carrots
This recipe is definitely one of all-time favorite side dishes, especially with roast chicken. It’s effortless to make and is a great way to get the family to eat their vegetables. Roasting the carrots allows the outside to brown nicely while also allowing the sugars to caramelize, which adds a ton of delicious natural flavor. They can be prepared with nothing more than olive oil, salt, and pepper, but can be further enhanced with my easy seasoning mix. There are just a few simple things to go over before we get to roasting, so let’s do it!
How To Make Them
Slice the carrots diagonally so they’re about 2 inches wide. Cut thicker slices in half lengthwise for even cooking.
Toss them in olive oil and salt/pepper, along with additional seasonings if desired. Arrange on a baking sheet, try not to let them touch or overlap as this will sauce them to steam instead of roast.
Bake at 430° for 20 minutes.
2 lbs. carrots 2 tablespoons olive oil 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 2 garlic cloves, minced
Optional seasoning Mix:
1 teaspoons rosemary ¾ teaspoons oregano ¾ teaspoons thyme ¾ teaspoons sage 1/8 teaspoons nutmeg
Remove from the oven and top with minced garlic. Toss to coat, arrange them on the baking sheet again. Bake for 10-13 more minutes and serve!
Do You Peel Carrots Before Roasting
Peeling carrots before roasting them is optional. Just ensure that they’re scrubbed clean if you leave the skin on.
What Temperature To Roast Carrots
430°F is a perfect roasting temperature for carrots. It allows the outside to roast and the sugars to caramelize without drying out.
PRO Tips For This Recipe
Give Them Space
Be sure not to overlap your carrots and give them plenty of room to breathe on the baking sheet, otherwise they will steam instead of roast.
If Using Darker Baking Sheets
Darker baking sheets cook faster, especially on the outside. When you pull them from the oven halfway through, rearrange them so that the darker carrots go in the middle, and lighter ones go on the outside.
What To Serve with Roasted Carrots
Meatballs and Gravy Roast Chicken Copycat Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken Crock Pot/Instant Pot Chicken and Stuffing Crock Pot/Instant Pot/Oven Mississippi Pot Roast Crock Pot Pork Roast Smothered Pork Chops French Onion Chicken Chicken Fried Steak Recipe Copycat Cracker Barrel Meatloaf or The Pioneer Woman’s Meatloaf Baked Chicken Thighs in White Wine Sauce
Storing Leftovers
Roasted carrots last for up to 5 days in the fridge. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months, but the consistency once reheated is different and much more moist.
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