Garlic-Parmesan Roasted Carrots
This recipe made us ask, why don’t we roast carrots more often? Roasting brings out their natural sweetness and intensifies their flavor. Combine that with generous amounts of savory Parmesan and a hint of lemon, and you've got a truly irresistible dish that you'll keep coming back to. Give it a try—carrots just might become your new favorite side!
Ingredients
- 2 lb. small to medium carrots, peeled (about 15)
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan, divided
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°. Cut carrots crosswise on a bias into 2" to 3" pieces. Cut thicker pieces in half lengthwise.
- On a large baking sheet, toss carrots with garlic, oil, 1/2 cup Parmesan, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and a few grinds of pepper. Spread in a single layer.
- Bake carrots until tender and caramelized in spots, 25 to 30 minutes.
- Transfer carrots to a platter. Toss with lemon juice. Sprinkle with parsley and remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan and toss just to combine.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 13mgSodium: 425mgPotassium: 527mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gCalcium: 277mgIron: 1mg
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