Description
Ready to upgrade your side dish game? These Garlic Parmesan Roasted Carrots are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. With just a few simple ingredients, this easy recipe transforms humble carrots into a golden, crispy, cheesy delight. Whether you’re after quick dinner ideas or looking for healthy snack options, this side dish is the perfect blend of flavor and simplicity. Great for weeknight meals, holiday spreads, or healthy food ideas that don’t skimp on taste.
Ingredients
1 ½ pounds carrots
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Peel and trim carrots; cut into evenly sized sticks.
3. In a bowl, toss carrots with olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
4. Spread carrots in a single layer on the baking sheet.
5. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and starting to brown.
6. Remove from oven and sprinkle with grated parmesan.
7. Return to oven for 5 more minutes, until cheese is golden and melted.
8. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet.
Use freshly grated parmesan for best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 8mg
Keywords: easy recipe, healthy snack, dinner ideas, quick dinner, vegetable sides, garlic parmesan carrots, baked carrots