Mediterranean Diet Crispy Baked Carrot Fries
Transform your snack game with these Mediterranean Diet Crispy Baked Carrot Fries, a guilt-free, flavor-packed alternative to traditional fries. Tender-on-the-inside and irresistibly crispy on the outside, these vibrant carrot sticks are coated in a savory blend of extra virgin olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, and oregano, then roasted to perfection. A sprinkle of fresh parsley and zesty lemon zest adds a refreshing, aromatic finish that pairs beautifully with the natural sweetness of the carrots. Ready in just 40 minutes, this healthy, gluten-free dish makes an ideal appetizer, side, or snack. Perfect for Mediterranean diet enthusiasts or anyone seeking a nutritious way to satisfy their craving for crunch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large carrots
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Peel the carrots and cut them into fry-like sticks, about 1/4 inch thick and 3 inches long.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the carrot sticks, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, dried oregano, ground cumin, sea salt, and black pepper.
Toss all the ingredients thoroughly until the carrot sticks are evenly coated with the oil and spices.
Spread the carrot sticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. It's important to ensure they are not overcrowded, allowing for even baking.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. Flip the carrot sticks halfway through the baking time to ensure they become uniformly crispy.
Once baked, remove them from the oven and sprinkle with lemon zest and chopped fresh parsley for a fresh, aromatic finish.
Serve immediately as a delicious side dish or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
447 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.8 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1471 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.9 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 193 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1566 mg | 33% | |
*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.
