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Thyme Roasted Carrots Vegetable

Thyme Roasted Carrots Vegetable: A Cozy Side Dish Delight

Thyme Roasted Carrots Vegetable is a nutritious and delicious side dish that highlights the natural sweetness of carrots.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

For the Carrots
  • 1 pound Fresh Carrots Medium-sized, can swap with parsnips.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use avocado oil as an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Thyme Dried thyme or rosemary can be used.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be a substitute.

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Brush a large baking dish with about 1 tablespoon of olive oil and set aside.
  3. Peel and chop the medium-sized carrots into uniform 2-4 inch pieces.
  4. In a large bowl, combine chopped carrots with remaining olive oil, salt, pepper, minced garlic, and fresh thyme. Toss to coat.
  5. Spread the seasoned carrot mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  6. Roast the carrots in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  7. Check the carrots for doneness; they should be caramelized and easily pierced with a fork.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, cut carrots into even sizes and avoid overcrowding the baking dish to ensure even roasting.

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