Description
Parmesan garlic roasted carrots bring Mediterranean flavors to your dinner table with minimal effort. Crisp roasted edges and savory cheese coating make these carrots an irresistible side dish you cannot stop eating.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) carrots, washed, scrubbed, diagonally cut into about 3-inch pieces
Dairy and Cheese:
- 4 tablespoons (56 grams) butter
- ⅓ cup (40 grams) grated parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup (15 grams) chopped fresh parsley
Seasonings:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (218 degrees Celsius).
- Prepare a rimmed baking sheet by lightly coating with cooking spray or lining with aluminum foil.
- Wash and peel the carrots, then slice them into uniform diagonal pieces to ensure even roasting.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter completely until smooth and liquid.
- Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the melted butter, whisking thoroughly to create a fragrant herb-infused mixture.
- Place the prepared carrot pieces into a large mixing bowl and drizzle the butter mixture over them.
- Gently toss the carrots to ensure each piece is evenly coated with the herb butter sauce.
- Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the carrots and mix gently to distribute the cheese uniformly.
- Carefully spread the seasoned carrots onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding to promote proper roasting.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, using a spatula to shuffle the carrots midway through cooking to promote even caramelization.
- Remove from the oven and taste, adjusting seasonings with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a bright, fresh finish.
- Serve immediately while warm and enjoy the flavorful roasted carrots.
Notes
- Transform ordinary carrots into a mouthwatering side dish with this easy roasting technique.
- Melted butter and garlic create a rich, aromatic coating that elevates the natural sweetness of the carrots.
- Parmesan cheese adds a delightful crispy texture and umami flavor when roasted to golden perfection.
- Ensure even cooking by spreading carrots in a single layer and rotating midway through baking.
- Fresh parsley provides a bright, fresh finish that cuts through the richness of the butter and cheese.
- The high-temperature roasting caramelizes the carrots, bringing out their natural sugars and creating a deliciously crisp exterior.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg