Roasted Cilantro-Lime Carrots
Tender roasted carrots are tossed with fresh cilantro and finished with a squeeze of lime for a bright, zesty kick! Roasting in the oven brings out the natural sweetness of the carrots. It's an effortless side dish that goes well with just about any meal.
Servings: 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients
- 3 pounds carrots peeled
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon sea salt flakes
- 4 to 5 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves
- ½ fresh lime
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F with a rack placed in the middle position of the oven. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the peeled carrots diagonally into 1-½ to 2-inch chunks, toss with the oil and place on the baking sheet with the thicker chunks to the pan edges. Sprinkle with the salt fakes and transfer to the oven.
- Roast for 18-20 minutes, checking after 12 minutes and turning as they brown. Continue roasting until tender but still a little firm, or to your desired doneness.
- Remove the pan from the oven, push the carrots together with a spatula and toss with the chopped cilantro.Transfer the carrots to a serving dish and squeeze the lime over the top. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 141kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 308mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 8g
