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Mediterranean Roasted Carrots In Bowl Garnished With Thyme Leaves.

Mediterranean Roasted Carrots

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Create the flavor and aroma of the Mediterranean. Follow this step-by-step Mediterranean Roasted Carrots Recipe for a unique and delicious dish. Roast carrots with choice spices and seasonings. Add fresh thyme to compliment the roasted carrots with a special zing!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 People

Equipment

  • 1 Large Baking Pan
  • 3 Baking sheets
  • Crinkle Cutter (you can use a regular knife as well)
  • Large Heat-Resistant Dish (for mixing the carrots with the seasoning)
  • Small Bowl (for mixing the seasoning)

Ingredients
  

  • 5 cups Carrots (measured after cut into oval shaped pieces, approximately 8 carrots)
  • Several Fresh Thyme Stalks With Leaves (washed well)
  • 5 Garlic Cloves (peeled and washed)
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Orange Rind (grate only the orange outer peel)
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar (without added sugar or additives)
  • 1 tsp Salt (adjust to taste and health requirements)
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper

Instructions
 

Preheat The Oven & Gather The Ingredients

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
  • Gather the ingredients.
    Mediterranean Roasted Carrots Ingredients In Glass Bowls And On A Table.

Prepare The Carrots And Bake (Initially Without Seasoning)

  • Peel the carrots and cut off the ends of both sides. Rinse with water.
  • Using a crinkle cutter, cut thin oval shapes.
    Carrot Cut Into Thin Oval Shapes On Cutting Board.
  • Measure 5 cups of cut carrots.
  • Spread the cut carrots in a baking pan lined with a baking sheet.
    Carrot Oval Shapes Spread On A Baking Sheet in a Baking Pan.
  • Cover the carrots with another baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes.
  • After 30 minutes, place the baked carrots into a heat-resistant dish.

Prepare The Seasoning

  • While the carrots bake, you can prepare the seasoning as explained below.
    Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar, Garlic Cloves, Orange Rind, Salt, Ground Black Pepper And Thyme Stalks On Board.
  • Wash the thyme stalks and leaves well. Drain and set aside.
  • Peel and wash the garlic cloves. Cut into thin oval shapes. The shape will mimic the carrot oval shape for an aesthetic look. Set aside.
  • Prepare 1 tbsp fresh orange rind. Set Aside
  • In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic cloves, orange rind, salt and ground black pepper.

Season The Carrots And Bake (For Additional 20 Minutes)

  • Pour the mixed seasoning over the baked carrots (previously placed in a heat-resistant dish) and gently mix.
  • Place a new baking sheet in the baking pan and spread the seasoned carrots in the pan. Spread the washed thyme stalks on the carrots.
    Carrots Mixed With Flavoring And Spices In A Baking Pan.
  • Bake for an additional 20 minutes or until the carrots are golden.
  • Gently remove the thyme leaves from the stalks. Be mindful to remove all stalks.
  • Mix the thyme leaves with the carrots and your dish is ready.
Keyword Carrots, Gluten Free, Mediterranean, Roasted, Thyme, Vegan