Roasted Orange Paprika Carrots
Elevate your side dish game with these vibrant and flavorful Roasted Orange Paprika Carrots! This easy recipe combines the natural sweetness of roasted carrots with the zesty brightness of fresh orange zest and juice, beautifully complemented by the smoky depth of smoked paprika and a hint of garlic. With just 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes in the oven, this dish delivers tender, caramelized carrots bursting with citrusy, smoky goodness. Perfect as a colorful side for holiday feasts or casual weeknight dinners, these carrots can be garnished with fresh parsley for an elegant finish. Healthy, simple, and irresistibly delicious, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Wash and peel the carrots. If the carrots are thick, slice them in half lengthwise. Leave thinner carrots whole.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, orange zest, orange juice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the mixture is well combined.
Add the prepared carrots to the bowl and toss them thoroughly to coat in the orange-paprika mixture.
Spread the coated carrots evenly on the lined baking sheet, making sure they don’t overlap for even roasting.
Roast the carrots in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly caramelized, flipping them halfway through cooking for even browning.
Once roasted, remove the carrots from the oven and let them cool slightly. Transfer them to a serving platter.
Optionally, sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the roasted carrots for a pop of color and added freshness before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy these flavorful roasted carrots as a side dish to complement your meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
488 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.7 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1529 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.5 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 184 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1743 mg | 37% | |
*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.
