Description
Smashed Carrots are a delicious side dish with a blend of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into thick rounds
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Boil the carrots in salted water for 10-15 minutes until tender.
- Drain the carrots and place them on a baking sheet.
- Use a fork or potato masher to gently smash each carrot.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for 20 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning according to your taste.
- Try adding different herbs for variation.
- These can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
Keywords: Smashed Carrots, Carrot Recipe, Side Dish