Description
Brighten up your meals with this Roasted Asparagus and Carrots dish, an easy-to-make side that combines vibrant colors with exceptional flavor. Packed with essential vitamins A, C, and K, these roasted vegetables are not only nutritious but also incredibly delicious. In just under 30 minutes, you can serve a dish that is both tender and slightly crisp, making it the perfect addition to weeknight dinners or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb asparagus, trimmed
- 1 lb carrots, cut into sticks
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash the asparagus and carrots thoroughly. Trim the ends off the asparagus and cut the carrots into uniform sticks.
- In a large bowl, toss the vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the vegetables on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for about 20 minutes or until tender and caramelized at the edges.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg