Description
This roasted carrot strips recipe offers a deliciously simple way to enjoy carrots with a smoky, sweet flavor from smoked paprika. Thinly sliced lengthwise and baked until tender with slightly crispy edges, these carrot strips make a perfect healthy side dish or snack. The olive oil adds richness while the smoked paprika imparts a subtle smoky sweetness, making this an easy and flavorful vegetable preparation.
Ingredients
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Carrot Strips
- 450g Carrots
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 180°C (350°F) to prepare it for roasting the carrot strips evenly.
- Prepare the Carrots: Top and tail the carrots. Using a mandoline or a Y-peeler, slice the carrots very thinly, lengthwise, to create long, even strips.
- Arrange on Baking Trays: Spread the carrot strips flat on one or two baking trays side by side ensuring they do not overlap for even cooking.
- Oil and Season: Lightly brush both sides of each carrot strip with olive oil. Sprinkle a light dusting of smoked paprika over the strips, or substitute with cumin if preferred.
- Bake: Place the trays in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes. Flip the carrot strips halfway through the baking time to promote even roasting and achieve a better texture.
Notes
- The total carrot weight is about 450g, which will vary based on carrot size and how thick the strips are sliced.
- Smoked paprika is optional but adds a sweet and smoky flavor. You can omit it or try other spices such as cumin for different tastes.
- Cooking time may vary slightly depending on your oven and how thinly the carrots are cut. Roasting longer will yield crispier strips if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 112g (1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 80 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
