Roasted Carrots and Green Beans

These roasted carrots and green beans are the perfect healthy side dish for any meal and can be prepared in under 30 minutes.

When it comes to vegetables, to me roasting is the only way to go - from roasted potatoes and broccoli to Parmesan roasted Brussels sprouts to maple roasted carrots to Mexican sweet potatoes.

By roasting, you get not only some crispiness, but enhanced sweetness when the natural sugars caramelize slightly. I mean there really isn't another way to make veggies in my mind.

Why This Recipe Works

• Easy - just toss the ingredients on a baking sheet, and let the oven do the work.
• Flavorful - when you roast carrots at a high temperature, they get slightly caramelized, which just adds to the flavor.
• Versatile - goes well with any meal, from smoked turkey breast to Instant Pot shredded beef to chicken francese.

Jump to:

• Why This Recipe Works
• Ingredient Notes
• Variations
• Step-by-Step Photos
• FAQs
• Health Benefits
• Equipment
• Pro Tips/Recipe Notes
• Other Side Dishes
• Roasted Carrots and Green Beans

Ingredient Notes

• Carrots - for good caramelization, I like to get full-sized carrots and slice them in half.
• Green beans - by slicing the carrots, you make them the same size as the green beens which helps the green beans cook in the same amount of time.
• Oil - adds some necessary fat for flavor.
• Garlic - adds a slightly sweet, caramelized flavor when roasted.

Variations

Like any recipe, you can add other ingredients to kick it up a notch. Some variations include:

• Herbs - fresh herbs make everything better. Herbs like thyme, oregano, parsley or sage all work well.
• Heat - you can add some cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper flakes for a little heat.
• Texture - if you want some added texture, mix in some nuts or sesame seeds.

Step-by-Step Photos

Please note full ingredient list and instructions can be found in recipe card below.

Toss the veggies on a baking sheet with garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper.

Roast at 425°F for 25-30 minutes or until the carrots are fork tender and slightly caramelized.

FAQs

Health Benefits

Like most vegetables, there are a ton of benefits to eating carrots or green beans, which include:

• High in nutrients and antioxidants - low in calories but high in fiber and minerals as well as help lower risk of chronic diseases.
• Rich in Vitamin A, C and K - both are essential vitamins which enhances your immune system and good for your bones.
• Maintain healthy blood sugar levels - being high in fiber, both vegetables help regulate blood sugar.

Equipment

The equipment you use is important to how the recipe turns out. What is needed is the following:

• Baking sheet - helps roast the veggies in an even manner.
• Spatula - flips the veggies so they get roasted on both sides.

Pro Tips/Recipe Notes

• For easier cleanup, just place the veggies on some parchment paper.
• You know the carrots are done when you can pierce the largest part of the carrot with a fork.
• Speaking of doneness, you want to try to have similar sliced carrots so they all cook in about the same amount of time.
• Don't overcrowd the pan or the veggies will steam instead of getting crispy.

Other Side Dishes

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