Crispy Smashed Carrots Bites: Easy Delight for Any Meal
Delightfully crispy and easy to prepare, these Smashed Carrots Bites make for a perfect addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Vegetable Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound carrots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Boil the carrots until tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Drain and let cool slightly, then smash each carrot flat.
- Place the smashed carrots on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until crispy and golden.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary.
- Adjust seasoning to taste before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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