Description
Roasted broccoli and carrots are a vibrant and nutritious side dish that elevates any meal with their delightful flavors and textures. This easy recipe combines the natural sweetness of roasted vegetables with savory Italian seasoning and garlic, making it a perfect addition to family dinners, potlucks, or casual weekday lunches. With only 10 minutes of prep time, you can enjoy a healthy dish in under 30 minutes! Plus, the addition of parmesan cheese and fresh herbs adds a gourmet touch that will impress your guests. Whether served alongside grilled chicken, tossed into pasta, or layered atop a salad, these roasted veggies are sure to become a staple in your cooking rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 medium carrots (1 lb)
- 1 lb broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Fresh cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Optional: 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Optional: fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the vegetables by cutting the carrots into 2-inch sticks and chopping the broccoli into florets.
- Place the veggies on a sheet pan and drizzle with olive oil.
- In a small bowl, mix salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and red chili flakes; sprinkle over the vegetables and toss to coat.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes or until tender and caramelized, flipping halfway through.
- Serve warm topped with parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 3mg