Mediterranean Diet Perfectly Roasted Carrots
Elevate your side dish game with these flavorful Mediterranean Diet Perfectly Roasted Carrots! This simple yet irresistible recipe transforms humble carrots into a caramelized masterpiece, combining vibrant Mediterranean spices like oregano, cumin, and a hint of garlic with a drizzle of fresh lemon juice for a zesty finish. Tossed in extra virgin olive oil and roasted to perfection, these sweet and savory carrots offer a rich, mouthwatering texture with just the right amount of crispness. Topped with fresh parsley, this colorful dish is an easy and healthy addition to your Mediterranean-inspired menu, ready in just 40 minutes. Perfect as a nutritious side for any meal, these roasted carrots bring the sunshine of the Mediterranean straight to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds carrots
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 cloves crushed garlic
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
Wash and peel the carrots. Slice them diagonally into uniform pieces, approximately 1/2 inch thick.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and ground cumin.
Add the sliced carrots to the bowl and toss them thoroughly to ensure they are evenly coated with the olive oil and spice mixture.
Spread the carrots in a single layer on a large baking sheet, ensuring they are not overlapping.
Roast the carrots in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
Remove the carrots from the oven. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley.
Add the crushed garlic to the hot, roasted carrots and toss gently to combine all flavors.
Serve immediately as a side dish with your favorite Mediterranean-inspired main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
286 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2365 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 303 mg | 6% | |
*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.
