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Crispy Smashed Carrots

Crispy Smashed Carrots That Everyone Will Love

Crispy Smashed Carrots are easy to make and packed with flavor, making them a delightful side dish that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Carrots
  • 1 pound Carrots cut into rounds
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can be swapped with melted butter
For the Seasoning
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese substitute with nutritional yeast for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh garlic can be used
  • 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika regular paprika or cayenne can be swapped
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Oven
  • pot
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Colander
  • Glass or sturdy spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crispy Smashed Carrots
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Boil salted water in a pot, add carrots, and cook for 10–12 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and cool slightly.
  3. Smash each carrot round on the baking sheet to about half an inch thick.
  4. Drizzle with olive oil and season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese.
  5. Roast in the oven for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensuring proper spacing on the baking sheet is crucial for achieving crispiness.

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