Description
Roasted Garlic and Parmesan Carrots are a delightful side dish that elevates any meal with their sweet, earthy flavors and rich umami from melted Parmesan. This easy-to-make recipe transforms vibrant carrots into a comforting treat that’s perfect for family dinners or holiday gatherings. With minimal effort, you’ll impress your guests and indulge in a tasty, nutritious dish that complements any main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 1 head garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and cut the carrots into uniform sticks.
- Slice off the top of the garlic head, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, wrap in foil, and place in the oven.
- Toss carrot sticks with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Spread the carrots on a lined baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Remove from the oven, mash roasted garlic into a bowl, mix with Parmesan cheese, then combine with carrots before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg