Description
Delight in these crispy smashed carrots that are golden on the outside and tender on the inside, perfect as a side dish or savory snack.
Ingredients
- Fresh Carrots
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Optional Seasonings: Garlic powder, paprika, or fresh herbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and peel the carrots, cut them into similar-sized pieces.
- Boil the carrots in salted water for about 10-15 minutes, until slightly tender.
- Drain and let them cool slightly, then smash each carrot piece gently with a fork or glass.
- Toss the smashed carrots with olive oil, salt, pepper, and seasonings.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: You can boil and smash the carrots ahead of time and store in the fridge until ready to roast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg