Roasted Carrots with Lemon Dressing

Transform simple carrots into a show-stopping side dish with this vibrant recipe for Roasted Carrots with Lemon Dressing. Sweet, caramelized roasted carrots pair beautifully with a zesty, honey-sweetened lemon dressing that’s both tangy and refreshing. Seasoned with just the right balance of kosher salt, black pepper, and a touch of lemon zest, this dish is finished with a sprinkling of fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor. With only 10 minutes of prep time and a handful of wholesome ingredients like olive oil and fresh produce, this recipe offers a quick and nutritious addition to any dinner table. Perfect as a versatile side for holiday feasts or weeknight meals, these roasted carrots are sure to be a hit with their irresistible combination of flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams carrots
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoons honey
• 0.5 teaspoons lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons 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. Cut them into uniform sticks or leave them whole if they are small baby carrots.

Step 3

Place the carrots on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Sprinkle with 0.5 teaspoons of kosher salt and 0.25 teaspoons of black pepper.

Step 4

Toss the carrots to coat them evenly in oil and seasoning, then spread them out in a single layer on the baking sheet.

Step 5

Roast the carrots in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are tender and slightly caramelized.

Step 6

While the carrots are roasting, prepare the lemon dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of honey, 0.5 teaspoons of lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Slowly drizzle in 1 tablespoon of olive oil while whisking until the dressing is emulsified.

Step 7

Once the carrots are done roasting, transfer them to a serving bowl. Drizzle the lemon dressing over the carrots and toss gently to coat.

Step 8

Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley for garnish, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(574.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	490.4

Total Fat 29.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 646.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 56.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 30.3g
Protein 5.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 183.1mg	0%
Iron 2.3mg	0%
Potassium 1708.3mg	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: 51.6%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 44.4%