Description
Crispy Smashed Carrots are a simple and delicious side dish that brings out the sweet flavor of carrots with a crunchy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Carrots
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Peel and boil the carrots in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the carrots and allow them to cool slightly.
- Place the carrots on a baking sheet and smash them gently with a fork or potato masher.
- Drizzle with olive oil, melted butter, and minced garlic.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes until crispy and caramelized.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
For a full meal idea, pair these carrots with air fryer chicken mozzarella wraps.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg