Kicked Up Spiced Carrots
Transform your side dish game with these irresistible Kicked Up Spiced Carrots! This vibrant recipe takes tender roasted carrots to the next level with a bold blend of spices, including smoky paprika, earthy cumin, and warm cinnamon, all balanced by a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Finished with zesty orange peel, a splash of fresh lemon juice, and a sprinkling of parsley, these roasted carrots are bursting with flavor in every bite. Perfect as a quick, 30-minute dish, this easy and healthy recipe makes a stunning addition to weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Packed with warm spices and citrusy brightness, these roasted spiced carrots are the flavorful side you didn’t know you needed!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Wash and peel the carrots. Slice them into sticks or rounds, about 1/2 inch thick for even cooking.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, honey, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.
4. Add the sliced carrots to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly with the spice mixture.
5. Spread the coated carrots onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a non-stick baking mat. Ensure they are in an even layer for uniform roasting.
6. Roast the carrots in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until they are tender and slightly caramelized at the edges.
7. Remove the carrots from the oven and sprinkle them with orange zest while still hot. Then drizzle them with fresh lemon juice.
8. Transfer the carrots to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
9. Serve warm and enjoy your Kicked Up Spiced Carrots!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
361 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.5 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1212 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.5 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 75 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 320 mg | 7% | |
*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.
