Description
This Roasted Broccoli and Carrots recipe is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish combining tender, caramelized vegetables. Perfect for a nutritious side or addition to any meal, it features simple ingredients and easy steps suitable for cooks of all levels.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 3 medium-sized carrots, peeled and sliced into sticks or rounds
Seasonings & Oils
- 2 tablespoons good-quality olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced or thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to get the perfect temperature for roasting, ensuring your vegetables caramelize beautifully without steaming.
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and dry the broccoli thoroughly to avoid sogginess. Cut the broccoli into even-sized florets and peel the carrots, slicing them into sticks or rounds for even cooking.
- Season the Veggies: Place the broccoli and carrots in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Add minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Toss well so every piece is coated evenly, which guarantees a flavorful roast.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the veggies in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Avoid overcrowding to allow the heat to circulate freely and produce that perfect golden crisp.
- Roast Until Tender: Bake for 20-25 minutes, tossing halfway through, until the broccoli has crispy edges and the carrots are tender and caramelized.
- Add Final Touches: Once out of the oven, sprinkle lemon zest or red pepper flakes if desired and give a quick toss. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Dry vegetables thoroughly before roasting to ensure crispy, caramelized edges.
- Cut vegetables into uniform sizes for even cooking.
- Use high heat (425°F) to develop better browning and flavor.
- Do not overcrowd the baking sheet to prevent sogginess.
- Toss vegetables halfway through roasting for even cooking and browning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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