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Crispy Smashed Carrots

Crispy Smashed Carrots for a Flavor-Packed Side Dish Delight

Enjoy Crispy Smashed Carrots, a flavorful and visually appealing side dish that brings excitement to your table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Carrots
  • 1 lb Carrots Choose fresh, firm carrots
  • 1 tsp Salt Enhances sweetness
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
For the Roasting
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Avocado oil can be a substitute
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Or use fresh minced garlic
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika or cayenne can be used for spice
For Topping
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley For garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • pot
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Glass or Measuring Cup

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Boil a pot of water with salt, add carrot rounds, and cook for 10-12 minutes until fork-tender.
  3. Drain carrots, allow to cool slightly, then smash each round on the baking sheet.
  4. Drizzle olive oil and season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, then add Parmesan.
  5. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, choose fresh carrots and monitor cooking times closely to avoid mushiness.

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