Description
A delightful side dish featuring roasted carrots infused with garlic and topped with Parmesan cheese, bringing a perfect balance of sweetness and savory flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the carrot sticks with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 20 to 25 minutes or until the carrots are tender and golden brown, stirring halfway through for even cooking.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For optimal results, cut carrots into uniform sticks for even cooking. Consider adding herbs or spices for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: roasted carrots, garlic, Parmesan, side dish, vegetarian