This 5 Ingredient Garlic Parmesan Roasted Carrots recipe is super tasty, healthy and easy to make. It's the best oven roasted carrots recipe you will find.
The daffodils and trees are just starting to bloom in the mountains and I am giddy like a schoolgirl that spring is here. With the new season, I'm trying to incorporate some fresh seasonal sides to my weekly menu including this Garlic Parmesan Roasted Carrots recipe. Don't these pretty little carrots just scream spring?
I love how oven roasting these on a simple sheet pan turns them from a boring ole' bag of baby carrots to a delightful recipe that will have your family asking for more. They are downright irresistible and I dare say this roasted carrots recipe will even turn carrot haters in CARROT LOVERS.
Don't believe me... here is why!
Parmesan Roasted Carrots recipe
I'm pretty predictable at the grocery store. I pick up one of those bags of baby carrots almost every time I go for snacking. I've snacked on them since High School! One time I ended up with a few extra bags and decided to get creative by using them for dinner. The result is this Parmesan Roasted Carrots recipe that is perfect for any season.
I'm kind of sad I spent decades only snacking on the baby carrots raw because roasting them is a game-changer.
And even though carrots feel spring-y this a great year-round side dish because baby carrots are easily available 365 days a year. That's just one reason to love this recipe.
The Best Oven Roasted Carrots recipe
This is really the best oven-roasted carrots recipe. If you haven't roasted carrots yet you have to join the party. The flavors totally pop when you do. They come out tender and rich in flavor.
This is so simple to throw together and is really just simply cooked on a sheet pan. The flavors of parmesan and garlic go perfectly together with the slightly sweet baby carrots to make a side dish everyone will ask for again and again.
Simple Sheet Pan Roasted Carrots
Another favorite part about this recipe is how it's just a Simple Sheet Pan Roasted Carrots recipe. It's really THAT EASY.
I love tossing the ingredients on a foil-lined sheet pan and roasting them. It's easy to clean up and can be made in less than 30 minutes... which is about all the time I have to cook these days.
Any recipe that's only 5 ingredients, tastes incredible and takes less than 30 minutes to cook is a winner.
What's in this Parmesan Garlic Roasted Carrots recipe?
It will be our little secret that my Parmesan Roasted Carrots are only five ingredients! Here's what you will need...
- Baby Carrots
- Parmesan
- Garlic
- Thyme
- Olive Oil
How to Roast Carrots?
Curious how to roast carrots? It could not be easier!
- Toss the carrots in olive oil, parmesan, garlic, and thyme.
- Lay on a sheet pan and roast until tender.
- You can add another dusting of parmesan after cooking.
- If you are feeling fancy, garnish with parsley-like I did!
Simple and tasty!
The end result is a super tasty kid and a family-friendly recipe you will want to make again and again.
Roasted Carrots Recipe
The best part about this Roasted Carrots recipe is how versatile it is! You can easily make them for a simple side dish for any weeknight dinner OR put them in a pretty dish and they'd even be super delicious on your Easter table.
I'm totally obsessed with this Parmesan Garlic Carrots recipe and I know you will be too!
As always I'd love to know what you think! Give them a try and let me know.
Enjoy!
Love Oven Roasted Vegetables?
- Lemon Garlic Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Brussels Sprouts
- Crispy Herb and Garlic Roasted Baby Potatoes
- Lemon Parmesan Roasted Broccoli
- Maple Rosemary Delicata Squash
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Parmesan Roasted Carrots recipe
Ingredients
- 16 ounces baby carrots
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- salt and pepper to taste
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 and line a baking sheet with foil. Spray with cooking spray.
- Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and toss well.
- Pour onto baking sheet.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through.
Notes
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Your turn!
What are you doing for Easter?
Leslie says
Roasting carrots is my favorite way to eat them! This recipe looks amazing! Would love to try these flavors together.
dixya @food, pleasure,and health says
i love that charred look on carrots! they are often forgotten but when roasted, it changes everything. Yes, I am looking forward to the spring as well.
Rachel says
Perfect!! I have THREE BAGS of baby carrots! I'll try this recipe tomorrow! Thanks!
Deborah Brooks says
Just got a bunch of carrots in my veggie box! These will happen thanks
Miz Helen says
I can almost taste these awesome Roasted Carrots, can't wait to taste them, thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday!
Miz Helen
JulieWunder says
Thank you for hosting! I'm glad you liked them!
Jess @hellotofit says
Mmm roasted carrots are so good!! The last time I had them, it was at my friend's house. They grilled salmon and had carrots and potatoes on the side 🙂
JulieWunder says
Sounds like a perfect meal!
Rachel says
I'm so hungry. YUM! Thanks for linking up.
JulieWunder says
Thanks for hosting!
Farrah says
Oh em gee yes please. I have a bunch of baby carrots I wanna use up! This will be perfect!! 😀
JulieWunder says
Yay! They are so tasty this way!
Michelle | A Dish of Daily Life says
These look so delicious! We'll be trying them soon! Just shared them on my FB page! Happy Easter!
JulieWunder says
Yay! Thank you so much! I hope you enjoy them.
Easy Peasy Life Matters says
This sound absolutely perfect for Easter or any time of the year!! 🙂
JulieWunder says
I agree! Thank you!
Laura @ This Runner's Recipes says
Carrots scream Easter to me also, and so does thyme. Love the seasonings you choose! Roasted carrots are one of my favorite vegetable dishes.
JulieWunder says
Thanks Laura! Happy Easter weekend.
Smitha @ Running with SD Mom says
I am so saving these carrots to make on Easter Sunday! They look easy and YUM!
JulieWunder says
I hope you enjoy them!
Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner says
Roasted carrots are one of my faves! Really brings out the flavor
JulieWunder says
Me too! Thanks Deborah!
Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home says
I think Easter is my favorite holiday because it signals the arrival of spring. I'm always disappointed when it's cold on Easter!
I pinned those carrots. Sounds really good!
JulieWunder says
I know! It should be warm and sunny!
Sana says
This recipe looks amazing! Unrelated, but after reading the title of your blog post, I thought to myself. Has anyone deep fried a carrot before? Hahha I hope the answer is no!
JulieWunder says
I hope the answer is no too! Yuck! It would not shock me though!
Annmarie says
LOVE roasted carrots (like, my fav) and love how easy peasy these are!!! Thanks for linking up and sharing 🙂
JulieWunder says
Thanks for hosting!
The Better Baker says
I love roasted veggies....these carrots look inviting and I love the simplicity of the recipe. MMM! Thanks so much for sharing with us at Weekend Potluck. May you and yours enjoy a wonderful Easter weekend.
JulieWunder says
Thank you! I hope you enjoy them. Happy Easter.
Debbie@debbiethisandthat.blogspot.com says
This sounds and looks like a dish we would enjoy. Can't wait to try it!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Debbie! I hope you enjoy it.
Sonali- The Foodie Physician says
Roasted veggies are one of life's simple pleasures and this preparation sounds delicious! 6 ingredients have never looked so good 🙂
JulieWunder says
Thank you Sonali! I agree- nothing is better than roasted veggies.
Mary Beth Jackson says
Smart! I have never thought about adding parmesan cheese! Sounds great! Happy Easter!
JulieWunder says
I think about ways to add cheese to everything- haha 🙂
Runaway Bridal Planner says
These look fabulous and so easy to make:)
I love cooked carrots, I will be trying this.
JulieWunder says
Thanks for trying it out! I'm sure you'll love it!
Morgan @ Morgan Manages Mommyhood says
These look SO amazing! My son would inhale them!
JulieWunder says
Yay! Love little boys who eat their veggies!
lacey@fairytalesandfitness says
I don't care for raw carrots but roasting them sounds good. Thanks for the suggestion.
JulieWunder says
Thanks Lacey! They get really sweet this way.
Jenn - a traveling Wife says
Say what?! I love roasted carrots. My favorite is with a bit of roasted garlic and herbes de provence (I love the slight lavender flavor). I need to try it with some parmesan next time.
JulieWunder says
I don't have any herbs de provence! I need to buy some the next time I'm at the store. I've heard wonderful things about it.
Sue @ This Mama Runs for Cupcakes says
Julie, these look amazing!! Parmesan is one of my favorite cheeses! Can't wait to try them!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Sue! Me too-- I love all cheeses really 🙂
Susie @ SuzLyfe says
Oh, and I bet they smell so gooooooooooood!
JulieWunder says
They do! Don't you love roasted veggies!
Mary Jean Henson says
Will spend Easter with family and friends! We are hosting Easter dinner. I am going to use this recipe and tell the grandkids they are Julie's bunny carrots! Happy Easter!.
JulieWunder says
What a lovely time! I hope you enjoy the carrots!! 🙂
Blane Sherer says
I will be spending " An Easter on The Farm " at Historic Brattonsville
near Rock Hill, SC Saturday with my daughters and my grandson.
We will all celebrate Easter at my folks on Sunday. Looking forward to it.
Hope you enjoy your Easter !
JulieWunder says
That sounds like a lovely time! I hope you enjoy it!