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Smashed Carrots

Crispy Smashed Carrots for a Flavorful Healthy Twist

Enjoy these Smashed Carrots, a crispy, flavorful, and healthy side dish perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Carrots
  • 1 lb Carrots Fresh and firm
For the Seasoning
  • 3 Tbsp Olive Oil For coating
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Or use fresh garlic
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Substitute with regular paprika if needed
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Or plant-based cheese for vegan option
For the Garnish
  • 2 Tbsp Fresh Parsley Chopped

Equipment

  • Oven
  • pot
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Glass

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice carrots into thick rounds and boil in salted water for 10-12 minutes until fork-tender.
  3. Using a sturdy glass, gently flatten each carrot round until about half their original thickness.
  4. Place smashed carrots on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese.
  5. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway until golden and crispy.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overboiling the carrots for the best texture. Use parchment paper for easy cleanup.

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