Description
This easy and nutritious Roasted Broccoli and Carrots recipe is a perfect side dish featuring tender carrots and crisp-tender broccoli with slightly charred edges, seasoned with garlic, onion powder, and a hint of lemon, ideal for a healthy and flavorful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cups sliced carrots (1/4-inch thick)
Seasonings and Oils
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Toppings
- Grated Parmesan cheese for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Toss the vegetables: In a large bowl, combine broccoli florets and sliced carrots with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss thoroughly until the vegetables are evenly coated with the seasoning and oil.
- Arrange for roasting: Spread the seasoned vegetables in a single even layer on the prepared baking sheet. This ensures even roasting and prevents steaming.
- Roast the vegetables: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for 20 to 25 minutes. Stir the vegetables halfway through cooking to promote even browning and to check tenderness.
- Finish and serve: Once the carrots are tender and the broccoli is crisp-tender with nicely charred edges, remove the vegetables from the oven. Drizzle with optional lemon juice for brightness and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Cut vegetables into uniform sizes for even roasting.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Incorporate fresh herbs such as thyme or rosemary for added brightness.
