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Roasted Baby Carrots

Roasted Baby Carrots are a perfect side dish to just about any entrée. Roasting carrots in the oven caramelizes them and intensifies their flavor. It's a delicious and easy way to make carrots. Everyone will love this way to eat baby carrots!!!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Side
Cuisine: American
Keyword: caramelized, roasted
Servings: 4
Author: Louise Rio

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (454g) baby carrots
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 Tbsp fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F/ 200°C On a large baking sheet, toss carrots with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
  • Roast carrots until tender and lightly caramelized, about 30 minutes. Garnish with parsley, if desired before serving.

Notes

  • Fresh dill or cilantro can be substituted or used with the parsley.
  • Squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice. 
  • Spiced Baby Roasted Carrots: sprinkle with a little chili powder and cinnamon, then olive oil and salt before roasting.
  • Honey Butter Roasted Carrots: on the stove melt 1 tablespoon each of honey and butter; toss with roasted carrots.