Delicious Roasted Asparagus Carrots: A Must-Try Recipe
A delightful blend of roasted asparagus and carrots that showcases their natural sweetness, perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch Asparagus (Trim the woody ends)
- 4 medium Carrots (Cut into uniform sizes)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Essential for moisture)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (Adjust for low-sodium option)
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper (Adjust to taste)
- 2 cloves Minced Garlic (Optional but recommended)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest (Substitute with orange or lime zest if desired)
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic Glaze (For a sweet-tangy finish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Trim the woody ends off the asparagus and cut the carrots into 2-3 inch pieces.
- Wash and dry the asparagus and carrot pieces thoroughly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the asparagus and carrots with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic.
- Spread the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast the vegetables for 18-22 minutes, flipping halfway for even browning.
- Add lemon zest during the last 2 minutes of roasting if using.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze once roasted.
Notes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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