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Roasted Rainbow Carrots with an Orange-Shallot Vinaigrette

Roasted Rainbow Carrots with Orange-Shallot Vinaigrette Delight

Enjoy vibrant Roasted Rainbow Carrots with an Orange-Shallot Vinaigrette for a colorful and nutritious side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Carrots
  • 1 lb Rainbow Carrots Regular carrots or parsnips can be swapped.
  • 2 TBSP Extra-Virgin Olive Oil For roasting.
  • 1 tsp Fine Sea Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Freshly Ground Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Finely Grated Orange Peel
For the Vinaigrette
  • 4 TBSP Extra-Virgin Olive Oil For the vinaigrette.
  • 1 TBSP Sherry Vinegar Balsamic vinegar can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 TBSP Orange Juice Freshly squeezed is recommended.
  • 1 TBSP Minced Shallot
  • ½ tsp Honey Optional for sweetness.
For Serving
  • 2 pieces Orange Wedges For garnish.
  • 2 TBSP Fresh Parsley Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mason Jar

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Trim, peel, or scrub the rainbow carrots and cut them in half. Arrange them in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and orange zest. Toss to coat.
  4. Bake for about 30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
  5. In a mason jar, combine 4 tablespoons of olive oil, sherry vinegar, orange juice, minced shallot, honey, salt, and pepper. Shake well to mix.
  6. Transfer roasted carrots to a serving platter, drizzle with vinaigrette, and garnish with orange wedges and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all carrot pieces are similar in size for even roasting. Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.

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