Roasted carrots with lemon dressing is a simple yet flavorful side dish that can be enjoyed as part of a weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner. The natural sweetness of the carrots is perfectly complemented by the tangy, herbaceous flavor of the lemon dressing, creating a dish that is both satisfying and refreshing. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create this delicious and healthy side dish that is sure to become a family favorite.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ROASTED CARROTS WITH LEMON DRESSING
This lemony side dish gives carrots a little more sweetness with honey and a little zing from cayenne.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss carrots with oil and cayenne; season with salt. Arrange in a single layer (use 2 baking sheets, if necessary). Roast, tossing once halfway through, until tender, 30 to 40 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, zest, and lemon juice; season with salt. If making ahead of time, cover and refrigerate carrots and dressing separately, up to 1 day. Otherwise, drizzle dressing over cooked carrots (still on baking sheet); toss to coat. Transfer to a serving dish; serve warm or at room temperature.
ROASTED CARROTS WITH LEMON
Roast split carrots with lemon slices and fresh rosemary for a flavorful side dish.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Halve each carrot lengthwise. Toss on a rimmed baking sheet with the oil, lemon slices, rosemary and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Roast, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly browned, 25 to 30 minutes.
LEMON-THYME ROASTED CARROTS
This seven-ingredient recipe is perfect for a cold wintery night. High heat roasting creates delicious browning and caramelization from the natural sweetness of the carrots. Recipe developed by Food Network Kitchen.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Toss 2 bunches trimmed carrots and 2 sliced lemons on a rimmed baking sheet with olive oil, a few thyme sprigs and 1 teaspoon chopped thyme leaves; season with salt and pepper. Roast at 425 degrees until the carrots are tender and the lemons are browned, 25 to 30 minutes.
LEMON-GLAZED CARROTS
Very easy and quick to make!
Provided by REBECCARIVINIUS
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Carrots Glazed Carrot Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place carrots into a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until carrots are tender, about 8 minutes. Drain.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir carrots, brown sugar, and lemon juice in the melted butter, stirring often, until sugar has dissolved, 2 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 84.9 mg, Sugar 9.5 g
ROASTED CARROTS WITH MINT LEMON DRESSING
Cooking times will vary depending on the thickness of your carrots. If you decide to roast whole carrots that are thick, add additional cooking time. If you decide to slice your carrots, check them often to make sure they are not over-roasted. Please read post for additional recipe details and photos.
Provided by Todd + Diane
Categories Side Dish Vegetables
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven to 400°F.
- Toss the carrots with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Transfer carrots to a roasting pan or sheet pan and roast in the oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until carrots are tender.
- While the carrots roast, whisk together all the mint lemon dressing ingredients (olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, brown sugar, mustard, salt, and mint).
- When carrots are roasted tender, transfer them to a serving platter or bowl and toss with the mint lemon dressing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 240 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ROASTED CARROTS WITH LEMON DRESSING
Very simple way to dress up roasted carrots. The roasted sort of gives a caramelized sweetness which is accentuated by the honey and is balanced lemon flavor. A bit of cayenne gives it a kick but doesn't overpower.
Provided by little_wing
Categories Vegetable
Time 50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450.
- In foil lined roasting pan, toss carrots with oil and cayenne and season with salt.
- Arrange in single layer, using two pans if needed.
- Roast tossing one halfway through for 30-40 minutes, or until tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, zest and lemon juice. Season with salt.
- Drizzled over carrots and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 156, Fat 5.1, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 157.1, Carbohydrate 28.1, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 16.7, Protein 2.2
LEMON-GLAZED CARROTS
These lovely tangy carrots are a super vegetable side dish.-Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place 1 in. of water and carrots in a large skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Add brown sugar, lemon juice and salt; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Drain carrots; add butter mixture and toss gently. If desired, garnish with lemon zest.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 199mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- For perfectly roasted carrots, choose carrots of similar size so they cook evenly.
- Toss the carrots in olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs before roasting to enhance their flavor.
- Roast the carrots at a high temperature (425°F) for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Make sure to stir the carrots halfway through roasting to ensure even cooking.
- Serve the roasted carrots immediately with a drizzle of lemon dressing or your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Roasted carrots with lemon dressing are a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed as part of a main meal or as a snack. They are also a great way to get your daily dose of vitamins and minerals. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is both flavorful and nutritious. So next time you're looking for a healthy and easy side dish, give roasted carrots with lemon dressing a try.
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