Description
Roasted asparagus and carrots are the perfect side dish that brings a burst of color and flavor to any meal. These tender, caramelized vegetables are easy to prepare and celebrate the freshness of spring. With a delightful crunch and natural sweetness, this dish is bound to impress at casual dinners or festive gatherings alike. Let’s dive into this quick recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a flavor-packed experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into uniform pieces
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine asparagus and carrots. Drizzle with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper; toss until evenly coated.
- Spread the veggies in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and tender-crisp.
- Remove from the oven and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the vegetables before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg