Description
These Crispy Smashed Carrots are a delightful twist on a classic side dish. Tender carrots are smashed, coated in parmesan and seasonings, then roasted to crispy perfection. A perfect balance of flavors and textures!
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots:
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into uniform 2-inch pieces
Coating:
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon coarse ground pepper
Instructions
- Cook Carrots: Place carrots in a saucepan, cover with water, boil until tender.
- Prepare Oven: Preheat to 425°F and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix carrots with parmesan, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Smash Carrots: Transfer to baking sheet, smash each carrot with a glass.
- Roast: Bake for 20 minutes, flip, and bake for additional 15-20 minutes until crispy.
- Finish: Sprinkle with salt and extra parmesan before serving.
Notes
- You can customize the seasonings to your preference.
- Ensure the carrots are not overcooked before smashing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Crispy Smashed Carrots, Roasted Carrots, Parmesan Carrots
