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The best roasted carrots recipe comes together quickly and offers a beautiful presentation and vibrant pop of flavor with minimal effort. That’s why we love this Roasted Dill Carrots recipe. It’s perfect for impressing dinner guests and easy enough for Sunday lunch for the family.
Carrots with dill have long been one of our favorite ways to spruce up these healthy root vegetables. As you dive into this plant-forward recipe, keep in mind that the general guidelines/cooking instructions for how to roast carrots work well for any toppings you choose – feel free to branch out beyond fresh dill and goat cheese, or keep it simple with carrots, extra-virgin olive oil, salt and pepper.
Let’s dig in!
Roasted Dill Carrots Recipe Ingredients
The short list of ingredients is just another thing to love about these carrots with dill! Here’s what you’ll need:
- Carrots – Use whole carrots (no baby carrots or pre-cut carrots, please!) preferably all medium and relatively consistent in size to ensure the carrots cook evenly.
- Dill – Fresh dill is recommended here, but you’re welcome to use dried dill weed in a pinch. A good rule of thumb is a three-to-one ratio of fresh herbs to dried herbs.
- Crumbled goat cheese (optional) – Soft, savory goat cheese takes this dill carrots recipe to the next level! That said, cheese is absolutely optional.
- Extra-virgin olive oil – Just a drizzle of high-quality extra-virgin olive oil for this roasted carrots recipe.
- Salt and pepper – A dash of sea salt and fresh cracked pepper is all you’ll need for the best roasted carrots.
Health Benefits of Carrots with Dill
Reap the health benefits of heart-healthy carrots and antioxidant-rich fresh dill. Below, we make the case for adding the best roasted carrot recipe to your dinner rotation.
Carrots
We adore carrots not only because they’re delicious and easy to dress up in most roasted vegetable recipes, but also because carrots are a major source of nutrients. Carrots are high in antioxidants, which help protect our cells from damage caused by harmful free radicals. They’re also healthy sources of calcium, potassium and vitamin C. High in fiber and beta carotene, also known as vitamin A, carrots have been touted for some of the following health benefits:
- Lower blood pressure
- Promote oral health
- Aid in digestion
- Support immune function
- Promote eye health
- Support heart health
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Dill
Fresh herbs like dill boast their own fair share of health benefits. Dill is a healthy source of vitamins and minerals that include calcium, iron, manganese and vitamins A and C. Here are a few little known health benefits of dill:
- Promote digestive health
- Fight inflammation
- Protect against cell damage due to high levels of antioxidants
- Support restful sleep
- Freshen breath
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How to Roast Carrots
Roasting carrots is among the easiest ways to prepare whole carrots. Here are the steps for how to roast carrots.
Prepare the ingredients. Move your oven rack to the middle position and preheat to 425 degrees F. Scrub your carrots clean. Whether you peel the carrots before roasting is a personal preference. Add parchment paper (optional) to a rimmed baking sheet. If using fresh dill, ensure it has been washed and dried. Chop the fresh dill and set aside.
Roast the carrots. Drizzle the extra-virgin olive oil over the carrots and sprinkle with a dash of sea salt. Toss to combine and spread the carrots evenly across the parchment paper-lined baking sheet in a single layer. Roast at 425 degrees F for 25 minutes.
Garnish and serve. Transfer the carrots to a serving dish, garnish with crumbled goat cheese and dill, top with freshly cracked black pepper. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Roasted Dill Carrots: Frequently Asked Questions
How long to roast carrots?
How long to roast carrots may depend on the size of the carrots used and your oven’s settings. Our methodology: The best roasted carrots are medium in size and roasted for 25 minutes in a hot oven at 425 degrees F. This is a foolproof method for roasting carrots, regardless of how you choose to garnish.
Should I peel carrots before roasting?
Whether you peel carrots before roasting or choose not to peel is a personal decision. We tend to give organic or farm-fresh carrots a thorough scrub. However, many people prefer to peel carrots before roasting. It’s completely up to you.
Can I use different herbs in this recipe?
Yes! There are so many delicious herbs that work well with roasted carrots. Rosemary, thyme and Italian parsley are all wonderful options. You can also use different cheese, such as feta, blue cheese or parmesan. Or, you can completely remove the cheese from this Roasted Dill Carrots recipe.
Is this a gluten-free recipe?
Yes, this recipe leans on plant-forward whole foods that are naturally gluten free. Double check your cheese to ensure it’s produced in a gluten-free environment.
Can I make this a vegan recipe?
Absolutely! These carrots with dill are easily modified to make a whole foods, plant-based vegan recipe. Simply eliminate the crumbled goat cheese. Feel free to use a vegan cheese alternative.
Is this a low-sodium recipe?
This recipe is relatively low in sodium and calls for only a dash of sea salt. Please note that goat cheese does contain salt and most vegetables have trace amounts of sodium but, again, we have intentionally made this recipe without significant amounts of added salt.
Can I make this recipe in advance?
It is not recommended to make this recipe in advance. However, preparing the carrots in advance and pre-measuring the dill and goat cheese will save time during the preparation phase.
Roasted Dill Carrots
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Ingredients
- 1 /12 pounds organic carrots
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped dill
- ⅛ cup crumbled goat cheese optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Move your oven rack to the middle position and preheat to 425 degrees F. Scrub your carrots clean. Add parchment paper (optional) to a rimmed baking sheet. If using fresh dill, ensure it has been washed and dried. Chop the fresh dill and set aside.
- Drizzle the extra-virgin olive oil over the carrots and sprinkle with a dash of sea salt. Toss to combine and spread the carrots evenly across the parchment paper-lined baking sheet in a single layer. Roast at 425 degrees F for 25 minutes.
- Transfer the carrots to a serving dish, garnish with crumbled goat cheese and dill, top with freshly cracked black pepper. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Prepare the carrots in advance and pre-measure the goat cheese and fresh dill to save on prep time.
- Every oven is different and carrot sizes vary. We use medium-sized carrots. Large carrots will take longer to cook and small carrots will need less cooking time. Keep an eye on the roasting carrots in the oven the first time you make this recipe. Adjust roasting time as needed.
