Description
Crispy Smashed Carrots Bites are a delightful combination of tender, sweet carrots and a crunchy exterior that offers a satisfying texture with every bite. The natural sweetness of the carrots is enhanced by a hint of garlic and herbs, creating a flavor experience that is both savory and slightly sweet, making them irresistible.
Ingredients
- Carrots: 1 pound, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- Olive oil: 3 tablespoons, plus more for drizzling
- Garlic powder: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Pepper: ½ teaspoon
- Fresh parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and add the carrot pieces. Cook for 10-12 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain the carrots and let them cool slightly before transferring them to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Using a fork or the bottom of a glass, gently smash each carrot piece until flattened but still intact.
- Drizzle the smashed carrots with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the carrots by boiling them a day in advance and storing them in the refrigerator until ready to smash and bake.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: Swap olive oil for avocado oil for a different flavor, or use sweet potatoes for a variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: appetizers
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 crispy smashed carrot bites
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 300 milligrams
- Fat: 7 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1 gram
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
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