Description
Parmesan Garlic Roasted Carrots deliver a simple side dish that brings crispy, golden edges to your dinner table. Roasting these carrots with garlic and parmesan creates a deliciously savory companion that makes your vegetables totally irresistible.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound carrots
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
Supporting Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat the oven to precisely 400°F, preparing a large rimmed baking sheet with a light coating of nonstick spray.
- Slice 1 pound of carrots into uniform 3-inch sticks, ensuring each piece is roughly the same thickness for even roasting.
- Pour 2 tablespoons of olive oil into a spacious mixing bowl, then add 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
- Drop the carrot sticks into the seasoned oil, using your hands to massage and coat every surface thoroughly.
- Arrange the carrots in a single, uncrowded layer across the baking sheet, leaving small gaps between each piece for optimal browning.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven, roasting the carrots for exactly 20 minutes until they start developing golden edges.
- Remove the sheet and generously sprinkle ¼ cup of grated parmesan cheese across the partially roasted carrots.
- Return the carrots to the oven for another 10 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and create a crispy, golden crust.
- After removing from the oven, scatter 1 tablespoon of freshly chopped parsley over the top for a bright, fresh finish.
Notes
- Fresh carrots with a vibrant color work best for maximum flavor and visual appeal.
- Slice carrots evenly to ensure uniform cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Grate parmesan cheese fresh for a more intense and authentic taste compared to pre-packaged options.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute nutritional yeast for parmesan cheese to maintain a similar savory profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Roasted
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg