Description
Zesty lemon garlic roasted carrots bring Mediterranean sunshine to your dinner table, elevating simple vegetables into a culinary masterpiece. Crisp, caramelized edges and tangy herbal notes make this side dish irresistible for you to savor and enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) fresh medium-sized carrots
- 4 garlic cloves
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare oven to a high-temperature setting of 425F (220C) for optimal roasting conditions.
- Transform whole carrots into uniform batons or circular slices through careful washing and precise cutting.
- Create a vibrant marinade by combining aromatic olive oil, pungent minced garlic, zesty lemon juice, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Thoroughly coat carrot pieces in the flavor-infused mixture, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Arrange marinated carrots onto a parchment-protected baking sheet, distributing in a single, uncrowded layer to promote even caramelization.
- Roast for approximately 25-30 minutes, rotating midway through cooking process to guarantee uniform golden-brown edges and tender interior.
- Enhance final presentation by generously scattering freshly chopped parsley across the roasted carrots, adding a burst of color and herbaceous brightness.
Notes
- Choose medium-sized carrots for even roasting and consistent texture.
- Pat carrots completely dry before coating to ensure crispy, caramelized edges.
- For a low-carb version, swap carrots with roasted radishes or turnips to reduce sugar content.
- Customize flavor by adding herbs like thyme or rosemary to the olive oil mixture for extra depth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 70 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg