Description
Roasted Asparagus & Carrots is a simple yet delicious vegetable dish that is healthy, flavorful, and easy to prepare. With a medley of colorful vegetables roasted to perfection, this recipe is sure to impress your taste buds.
Ingredients
Asparagus:
- 1 bunch of asparagus, woody ends trimmed
Carrots:
- 4 large carrots, peeled and sliced into sticks
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- Prepare the Vegetables
Place the trimmed asparagus and carrot sticks on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the olive oil over the vegetables. Sprinkle with minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss the vegetables until evenly coated.
- Roast the Vegetables
Spread the vegetables out in a single layer on the baking sheet to ensure even cooking. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, tossing halfway through, until tender and lightly browned.
- Serve and Enjoy
Transfer the roasted vegetables to a serving platter. Serve hot as a side dish, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- Even Cooking: Slice carrots into similar-sized sticks to ensure they cook evenly with the asparagus.
- Customize Seasoning: Add your favorite spices, such as smoked paprika or chili flakes, for a unique twist.
- Watch for Tenderness: Check for doneness around 20 minutes to avoid overcooking the asparagus.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Roasted Asparagus, Roasted Carrots, Vegetable Side Dish, Easy Recipe
