Smashed Garlic Parmesan Carrots: A Deliciously Simple Recipe to Try Today!
A deliciously simple recipe for smashed garlic parmesan carrots that are perfect as a side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound baby carrots
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the baby carrots on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Use a fork or the bottom of a glass to gently smash each carrot.
- Sprinkle the minced garlic, salt, and pepper over the smashed carrots.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- These carrots can be served warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Smashed Garlic Parmesan Carrots