Description
This Parmesan Garlic Roasted Carrots recipe is a simple and flavorful side dish perfect for elevating any dinner. Carrots are roasted to tender perfection with garlic butter, Italian seasoning, and a sprinkle of savory Parmesan cheese, then garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 pounds carrots, washed, scrubbed, and diagonally cut into 3-inch pieces
Seasonings and Flavorings
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the carrots.
- Melt Garlic Butter: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant, infusing the butter with flavor.
- Prepare Carrots: Place the diagonally cut carrots on a large baking sheet. Drizzle them evenly with the garlic butter mixture and sprinkle the Italian seasoning, salt, and freshly ground black pepper on top. Toss the carrots gently to coat them thoroughly with the seasonings.
- Roast Carrots: Roast the carrots in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes. Stir them halfway through cooking to ensure even roasting until the carrots become tender and develop a light golden brown color.
- Add Parmesan Cheese: Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Sprinkle the roasted carrots with grated Parmesan cheese, then return the sheet to the oven. Roast for an additional 3 to 5 minutes until the cheese has melted and turned golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Take the carrots out of the oven and garnish them with freshly chopped parsley. Serve warm as a delicious and elegant side dish.
Notes
- You can adjust the salt and pepper to your taste preference.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with olive oil and omit Parmesan or use a dairy-free alternative.
- If you like a bit of spice, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when tossing the carrots with the garlic butter.
- Make sure to cut the carrots into uniform pieces to ensure even roasting.
