Heart-Healthy Herb-Infused Baked Carrots
Elevate your veggie side dish game with these *Heart-Healthy Herb-Infused Baked Carrots*! This recipe combines the natural sweetness of roasted carrots with a fragrant medley of fresh thyme, rosemary, garlic, and zesty lemon for a flavor-packed dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Tossed in heart-friendly olive oil and baked to tender, caramelized perfection, these carrots are finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant touch. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s an effortless way to bring bold, savory-sweet flavors to your table while staying mindful of health. Perfect as a side for any meal, these baked carrots are a versatile, wholesome addition to your recipe repertoire! Keywords: roasted carrots, herb-infused vegetables, healthy side dish, baked carrot recipe, heart-healthy vegetables.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large carrots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Peel the carrots and cut them into evenly sized sticks, approximately 4 inches long and 1/2 inch thick.
In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, fresh thyme, fresh rosemary, lemon zest, garlic powder, black pepper, and sea salt. Stir well to create an herb-infused coating.
Add the carrot sticks to the bowl and toss them thoroughly, ensuring each piece is well-coated with the herb mixture.
Spread the carrots out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are not overcrowded.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and starting to caramelize at the edges.
While the carrots are baking, finely chop the fresh parsley.
Once baked, remove the carrots from the oven and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top.
Serve the herb-infused baked carrots warm, garnished with additional lemon zest if desired for an extra burst of freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
444 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 887 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.7 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1482 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
