Sugar-Free Perfectly Roasted Carrots
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant recipe for Sugar-Free Perfectly Roasted Carrots! These sweet, earthy carrots are tossed in a blend of olive oil, garlic powder, and fragrant dried thyme, then roasted to tender perfection with a caramelized edge. Finished with a burst of zesty lemon and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is loaded with natural flavor—without a grain of added sugar. It’s quick to prepare, with just 10 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of roasting, making it an ideal healthy option for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and wonderfully simple, these roasted carrots are sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Peel the carrots and cut them into uniform sticks, about 1/2 inch thick and 2-3 inches long.
In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried thyme. Stir well to create a marinade.
Add the carrot sticks to the bowl, tossing them thoroughly in the marinade to ensure each piece is evenly coated.
Spread the coated carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the carrots for 25-30 minutes, turning them halfway through the cooking time, until they are tender and have a slight caramelization. Adjust the baking time according to the size of your carrot pieces.
Once done, remove from the oven and transfer to a serving platter.
Sprinkle the lemon zest over the roasted carrots for a fresh citrusy flavor.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy as a nutritious and flavorful side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
279 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.3 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2387 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.4 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 1.0 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 197 mg | 4% | |
*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.
