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Irresistibly Roasted Carrots and Green Beans

  • Author: Christina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Enjoy the sweet crunch of perfectly roasted carrots and green beans, a vibrant side dish that elevates any meal while being incredibly easy to prepare.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound fresh carrots, sliced
  • 1 pound crisp green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and slice the carrots into uniform pieces. Trim the ends off the green beans.
  3. Season the Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine sliced carrots, trimmed green beans, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dried thyme. Toss until evenly coated.
  4. Spread on Baking Sheet: Transfer the seasoned vegetables onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
  5. Roast Until Golden: Roast in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and caramelized and the green beans are crunchy.
  6. Serve: Once roasted, transfer to a serving platter and enjoy this colorful dish as a centerpiece at your dinner table!


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 240mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: - Consider adding freshly chopped herbs like parsley or rosemary for added flavor. - For an extra zing, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the veggies just before serving. - Leftover roasted carrots and green beans can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.