Description
Easy roasted carrots and parsnips are a colorful, flavorful side dish that brings warmth to any table. The natural sweetness of carrots and the earthy flavor of parsnips blend beautifully when roasted to golden perfection. This simple recipe requires minimal effort, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. With just a few key ingredients, you can elevate your meals and impress your guests with this delightful dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 lb parsnips, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ? tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425?F (220?C).
- In a large bowl, toss the carrots and parsnips with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs until evenly coated.
- Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and tender.
- Serve warm as a delightful side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg