Description
This Roasted Asparagus & Carrots recipe is a simple and flavorful side dish that pairs well with any main course. The combination of tender asparagus and sweet carrots roasted to perfection with a hint of citrusy lemon zest is sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Asparagus:
- 1 bunch asparagus (trimmed)
Carrots:
- 4 large carrots (peeled and sliced on a diagonal)
Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Toss Vegetables: In a large bowl, toss the asparagus and sliced carrots with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Roast: Spread the vegetables on the baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until carrots are tender and asparagus is slightly crisp.
- Finish: Drizzle with lemon juice, sprinkle lemon zest, and garnish with parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- You can add red pepper flakes for heat or Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
- Cut carrots into similar sizes for even cooking. Thin asparagus will roast more quickly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
