Lemon Dijon Roasted Carrots: A Show-Stopping Side Dish!
Lemon Dijon Roasted Carrots are a vibrant and flavorful side dish that elevates any meal with their zesty and tangy taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 tsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Add the carrot sticks to the bowl and toss until they are well coated.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and caramelized, stirring halfway through.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding garlic or thyme to the marinade.
- These carrots can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg