Healthy Smashed Carrots
Healthy Smashed Carrots are a vibrant and nutritious side dish that combines the natural sweetness of fresh carrots with savory notes. This quick and easy recipe transforms tender roasted carrots into a delightful treat, perfect for enhancing any meal. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or enjoy a cozy family dinner, these smashed carrots will add color and flavor to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh carrots, peeled and cut into halves or thirds
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the prepared carrots on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then toss to coat evenly.
- Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes until tender.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before smashing gently with a fork or potato masher.
- Drizzle with additional olive oil if desired and adjust seasoning to taste before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg