Description
Roasted Asparagus & Carrots is a vibrant side dish that brings together tender asparagus and sweet, caramelized carrots, creating a burst of color and flavor on your plate. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, this easy recipe is seasoned with garlic and fresh lemon juice, making it irresistible to all. You’ll love the delightful crunch and the healthy goodness packed into every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
- 1 pound medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash the asparagus and carrots; trim the asparagus ends and cut the carrots into uniform sticks.
- In a large bowl, toss the vegetables with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice until well-coated.
- Spread the mixture evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, tossing halfway through until tender and slightly crispy.
- Transfer to a serving platter and squeeze more lemon juice over before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 107
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg