ROASTED CARROTS WITH LEMON DRESSING

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Very simple way to dress up roasted carrots. The roasted sort of gives a caramelized sweetness which is accentuated by the honey and is balanced lemon flavor. A bit of cayenne gives it a kick but doesn't overpower.

Provided by little_wing

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 lbs carrots, cut into pieces 2-inch long and 1-inch thick (15-20)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
coarse salt
2 tablespoons honey
1 lemon, juice and zest of

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450.
  • In foil lined roasting pan, toss carrots with oil and cayenne and season with salt.
  • Arrange in single layer, using two pans if needed.
  • Roast tossing one halfway through for 30-40 minutes, or until tender.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together honey, zest and lemon juice. Season with salt.
  • Drizzled over carrots and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156, Fat 5.1, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 157.1, Carbohydrate 28.1, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 16.7, Protein 2.2

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