Description
Roasted carrots and green beans are a delightful, healthy side dish that brings vibrant color and flavor to your table. This easy recipe combines fresh carrots and green beans, tossed with olive oil and seasonings, then roasted to perfection for a caramelized finish. In just 35 minutes, you can create a nutritious medley that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, grains, or even as a snack with hummus. Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts, this vegetable dish will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon coarse salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the vegetables: Peel the carrots and cut them into uniform sticks while trimming the ends off the green beans.
- In a large bowl, toss the carrots, green beans, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well-coated.
- Spread the seasoned veggies in a single layer on the baking sheet, making sure not to overcrowd.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through until tender and lightly caramelized.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg