Delicious Smashed Roasted Carrots with Garlic and Herbs Recipe
A simple and flavorful side dish featuring roasted carrots that are smashed and roasted again with olive oil, garlic, and herbs for a deliciously tender texture and enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Western
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots
- 1 pound carrots, peeled
Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh herbs (such as thyme or rosemary), chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Roast Carrots: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss the peeled carrots with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread them on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 20-25 minutes until they are tender and slightly browned.
- Smash the Carrots: Remove the carrots from the oven and use the bottom of a glass or a potato masher to gently smash each carrot to flatten them slightly, creating more surface area for roasting.
- Season and Roast Again: Drizzle the smashed carrots with the remaining olive oil, minced garlic, and chopped herbs. Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast for an additional 15 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and carrots are caramelized and slightly crispy on the edges.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve warm as a tasty side dish.
Notes
- Choose firm, evenly sized carrots for consistent cooking.
- You can substitute fresh herbs with dried herbs if fresh ones are unavailable.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle with lemon zest or a dash of smoked paprika before the second roast.
- Serve as a side for roasted meats or as part of a vegetarian meal.
Keywords: smashed carrots, roasted carrots, healthy side dish, garlic roasted carrots, herb roasted carrots
