🥕🌿 Roasted Asparagus & Carrots
A simple, colorful, and flavorful side dish featuring tender roasted carrots and crisp-tender asparagus coated in garlic, herbs, and olive oil. This easy vegetable recipe pairs beautifully with chicken, steak, fish, or any main course.
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⏱️ Time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 4–6
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or diagonal slices
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Vegetables
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash and dry the asparagus.
- Cut off the woody ends.
- Slice carrots into evenly sized pieces so they cook at the same rate.
2. Season
In a large bowl, toss carrots with:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Half of the garlic
- Half of the Italian seasoning
- Smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper
Spread carrots on the baking sheet.
Roast for 10 minutes.
3. Add Asparagus
- Toss asparagus with the remaining olive oil, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Add asparagus to the baking sheet with the carrots.
- Roast together for another 10–15 minutes, until vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized.
4. Finish & Serve
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Drizzle with fresh lemon juice.
- Garnish with parsley.
Serve warm.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Perfect alongside:
- 🍗 Garlic Parmesan chicken
- 🥩 Steak or roasted beef
- 🐟 Baked salmon
- 🍖 Pork tenderloin
- 🍚 Rice pilaf
- 🥔 Mashed potatoes
💡 Tips & Variations
- Cut carrots smaller if you want them to finish at the same time as the asparagus.
- Add 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup for sweet caramelized roasted vegetables.
- Sprinkle with red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Add toasted almonds or walnuts for crunch.
- For extra flavor, finish with balsamic glaze or a little feta cheese.
🧊 Storage
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Reheating: Warm in the oven or air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for a few minutes to restore texture.
🍴 Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 150
- Protein: 4 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fat: 9 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
Roasted Asparagus & Carrots are a healthy, vibrant side dish with crispy edges, sweet roasted carrots, and perfectly seasoned asparagus—simple enough for weeknights but elegant enough for a holiday table. 🥕✨