Description
Oven Roasted Carrots are a simple, flavorful side dish featuring tender carrots roasted to perfection with olive oil and a blend of aromatic spices. This easy recipe enhances the natural sweetness of carrots with a savory touch of Italian seasoning, garlic, and onion powder, making it a perfect accompaniment for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots
- 2 pounds carrots
Seasonings and Oil
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for roasting the carrots evenly.
- Prepare Carrots: Wash and peel the carrots thoroughly to remove any dirt and tough outer skin for a tender bite.
- Cut Carrots: Cut each carrot in half lengthwise, then cut into smaller, uniform pieces to ensure even cooking and roasting.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the carrot pieces evenly on a baking sheet to allow air circulation and even roasting.
- Season Carrots: Drizzle the olive oil over the carrots and sprinkle black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning evenly on top.
- Toss to Coat: Toss the carrots thoroughly to make sure all pieces are well coated in oil and seasoning for maximum flavor.
- Roast: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast the carrots for about 30 minutes, checking occasionally with a fork to test tenderness.
- Check for Doneness: If the carrots are not fork-tender after 30 minutes, continue roasting in five-minute increments until cooked through and tender.
Notes
- Use carrots of similar size for even cooking.
- Adjust seasoning quantities based on your taste preferences.
- For added sweetness, drizzle a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup before roasting.
- Roasted carrots can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, warm in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes for best texture.
