Description
Roasted Asparagus and Carrots is a simple and flavorful side dish that combines the earthy flavors of asparagus and sweet carrots with tangy goat cheese and zesty lemon zest.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 bunch asparagus – trimmed
- 3 large carrots – sliced into long, thin pieces similar to the size of asparagus
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt – to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper – to taste
- ½ cup goat cheese crumbles
- 2 teaspoon lemon zest – more to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Prepare Vegetables: Toss the trimmed asparagus and sliced carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
- Roast: Roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Finish: Sprinkle with goat cheese crumbles and lemon zest before serving.
Notes
- You can customize this recipe by adding other vegetables like bell peppers or cherry tomatoes.
- For a vegan version, swap out the goat cheese for a dairy-free alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: Healthy, Vegetarian, Side dish, Roasted vegetables, Easy recipe