Crispy Smashed Carrots Bites – The Best Flavor-Packed Side Recipe
These Crispy Smashed Carrot Bites are a flavorful side dish featuring tender carrots roasted to perfection with garlic, smoked paprika, and Parmesan cheese for a deliciously crispy finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Carrots (peeled and sliced into ¾- to 1-inch rounds)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (for roasting)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika (adjust for heat)
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese (grated)
Instructions
- How to Make Crispy Smashed Carrots Bites Start by peeling and slicing your carrots into ¾- to 1-inch rounds.
- Cook Carrots Cook the carrot rounds in a pot of boiling water for about 10 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
- Slightly Cool and Smash Let the cooked carrots cool slightly before using a fork or potato masher to gently smash them.
- Season Drizzle the smashed carrots with olive oil and sprinkle on garlic powder, smoked paprika, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Toss well.
- Roast Spread the seasoned carrots on a parchment-lined baking tray. Roast them in a preheated oven at 425°F for approximately 25 minutes.
- Serve Enjoy your Crispy Smashed Carrots Bites immediately, or reheat them when ready to serve.