Roast Carrots with a Twist

Elevate your side dish game with 'Roast Carrots with a Twist,' a vibrant recipe that transforms humble carrots into a show-stopping delight. This dish pairs the natural sweetness of roasted carrots with a tangy citrus glaze infused with honey, orange zest, and fresh orange juice. A warm blend of ground cumin, cinnamon, and paprika adds aromatic depth, while toasted slivered almonds provide a satisfying crunch. Garnished with fresh parsley, these caramelized carrots are perfect for holiday meals, Sunday dinners, or any occasion calling for a flavorful veggie upgrade. Ready in under 40 minutes, this recipe is as easy as it is impressive, making it a go-to choice for health-conscious food lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams carrots
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons slivered almonds
• 0.25 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Wash and peel the carrots, then slice them into equal-sized sticks or wedges for even cooking.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, honey, orange zest, orange juice, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Toss the carrots in the mixture until they are evenly coated.

Step 5

Spread the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast in the oven for 15 minutes.

Step 6

While the carrots are roasting, toast the slivered almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from the skillet and combine with paprika in a small bowl.

Step 7

After 15 minutes, remove the carrots from the oven, give them a quick stir, and return them to the oven for an additional 10 minutes or until caramelized and tender.

Step 8

Once the carrots are roasted, transfer them to a serving dish and sprinkle the spiced almonds on top.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(654.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	870.5

Total Fat 57.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1531.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 83.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.9g	0%
Total Sugars 45.6g
Protein 17.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 325.2mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 2175.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.3%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 36.1%