Description
These Easy Ranch Roasted Carrots are oven baked, crispy on the edges, and full of cozy ranch flavor, making them the perfect veggie side dish that requires minimal fuss.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots (baby carrots or whole carrots cut into sticks) (Try to cut into similar sizes for even roasting.)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (Can substitute with melted butter for richer flavor.)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning (Use store-bought for convenience or homemade for control over ingredients.)
- to taste salt and black pepper (Optional, depending on saltiness of the ranch seasoning.)
Optional Add-ons
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (For added flavor.)
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan (Add for cheesy roasted carrots, sprinkle towards the end.)
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (To garnish and brighten the dish.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a sheet pan, optionally lining it with parchment paper.
- If you rinsed the carrots, dry them well to avoid sogginess.
- Toss the carrots with olive oil, then sprinkle ranch seasoning over them. Toss again until evenly coated.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on the sheet pan, making sure they are not overcrowded.
Cooking
- Roast the carrots in the preheated oven until they are tender and browned at the edges, about 20 to 28 minutes for baby carrots, and 22 to 32 minutes for larger carrot sticks, flipping once halfway through.
Notes
For best results, use a large enough pan to avoid steaming, and consider preheating the pan for extra crispiness. You can also add garlic powder or parmesan at the end for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American