Roasted Potatoes and Carrots
This healthy, simple, and insanely delicious Roasted Potatoes and Carrots side dish is the perfect addition to family dinners! Tossed with rich olive oil and savory seasonings, these veggies are easy to prep, and the oven takes care of the rest!
Ingredients
- 1 lb Yukon gold potatoes about 2 medium or 3 small, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 lb carrots scrubbed, trimmed, and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon whole cumin seed
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
- chopped flat-leaf parsley optional, to garnish
- flaky sea salt optional, to garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Add the potatoes and carrots to a large mixing bowl. Drizzle them with olive oil and season with salt, cumin seed, black pepper, and ground coriander.
- Gently toss the vegetables to coat them in the oil and seasonings until they are evenly coated.
- Add the vegetables to an 8x13-inch baking dish. Roast uncovered for 45-50 minutes, stirring halfway through the cooking time until the carrots are fork-tender and the potatoes are crisp.
Notes
Storage Directions
- Storing/Refrigeration: Leftovers keep covered in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Reheating: Reheat leftover carrot and potatoes in the oven at 350ºF for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Or warm them in the microwave for 1-2 minute bursts, stirring halfway through.
- Classic: For a buttery, savory flavor, add 2 tablespoons of melted butter and 2-3 minced garlic cloves to the olive oil before roasting. Finish the dish with a sprinkle of 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped parsley or 1 tablespoon of chopped rosemary right before serving.
- Italian: Swap the cumin and coriander for 1 ½ teaspoons of Italian seasoning. Add up to 2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese during the last 3-5 minutes of roasting for an optional cheesy touch.
- Garlic & Onion: Amplify the savory flavor by making roasted potatoes, carrots, onions, and garlic. Add 4-5 whole, peeled garlic cloves and 1 chopped medium yellow onion to the veggies when seasoning before roasting as directed.
- Spicy: For an extra kick, add ¼-½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes or ground Aleppo pepper for a slightly smoky mild heat.
- Smoky: Add ½ teaspoon of smoked paprika to the seasoning mix to give the roasted potatoes and carrots recipe a subtle smoky flavor.
- Sweet: For a unique and naturally sweet, twist, mix in ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon with the other seasonings before roasting.
- Herbs de Provence: Add a floral, aromatic touch by swapping the cumin and coriander (keep the salt and pepper!) for 1 ½ teaspoons of Herbs de Provence. This French herb blend often includes lavender, thyme, and marjoram, which add a sophisticated flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 122kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 348mgPotassium: 567mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 12634IUVitamin C: 19mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 1mg
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