Roasted Sesame Carrots

Roasted Sesame Carrots are a delightful and nutritious side dish featuring sweet carrot sticks roasted to perfection with a savory sesame twist. Tossed in sesame oil and seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper, these carrots are then roasted until tender and caramelized. Finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, this dish offers a crunchy texture and a rich, nutty flavor, making it a flavorful and healthy addition to any meal.

For a Serving Size of Two:

Ingredients:

• 300 grams carrots (peeled and cut into sticks)
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Procedure:

• Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Peel and cut the carrots into sticks or rounds.
• In a mixing bowl, toss the carrot sticks with sesame oil until evenly coated. Add sesame seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
• Toss well to ensure the carrots are evenly coated with the seasoning.
• Spread the seasoned carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and slightly caramelized, tossing halfway through.
• Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutritional Benefits: 

• Calories: 230 kcal
• Protein: 6.6 g
• Carbohydrates: 35.3 g
• Fat: 9.7 g