Roasted Carrots and Snap Peas

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
57%
Roasted Carrots and Snap Peas
27 min.
6
109kcal

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If you're looking for a light and vibrant side dish that's both delicious and nutritious, look no further than Roasted Carrots and Snap Peas! This simple yet flavorful recipe brings together the natural sweetness of carrots and the crisp, fresh taste of snap peas, all enhanced by the aromatic touch of fresh mint. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special gathering with family and friends.

With just a handful of ingredients and easy steps, you’ll have a dish that’s not only vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but also packed with flavor. The roasting process brings out the best in the carrots, caramelizing their natural sugars while keeping them tender yet slightly crisp. Paired with snap peas, which stay wonderfully crunchy, this dish offers a satisfying contrast in textures.

What’s more, this recipe is quick to prepare, taking just 27 minutes to bring it all together. It’s a wonderful way to add more veggies to your meals without sacrificing taste. The added bonus? It's a healthy option, coming in at only 109 calories per serving. Whether you’re looking for a fresh side for a main course or just want a quick snack, this roasted carrots and snap peas recipe is sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon pepper black divided freshly ground
  • cups carrots diagonally sliced () (6 large)
  • tablespoon mint leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • tablespoons olive oil divided
  • pound sugar snap peas trimmed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 45
  2. Place carrot in a large bowl.
  3. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt; toss well.
  4. Spread in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
  5. Bake at 450 for 15 minutes.
  6. While carrot cooks, place peas in bowl; drizzle with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, and sprinkle with remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt; toss well. Stir pea mixture into carrot.
  7. Bake an additional 5 minutes.
  8. Transfer vegetables to a large serving bowl; sprinkle with mint, and toss gently.
  9. Serve immediately.
  10. Let your little ones add the oil, salt, and pepper to the carrots, and stir. Then let them help spread them out evenly on the baking sheet. They can also string the peas.

Nutrition Facts

Calories109kcal
Protein10.43%
Fat39.75%
Carbs49.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.14
Glycemic Load
2.75
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
15.195217428%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.26mg
Hesperetin
0.08mg
Apigenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.2mg
Kaempferol
0.2mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:109.41kcal
5.47%
Fat:5.04g
7.76%
Saturated Fat:0.71g
4.42%
Carbohydrates:14.22g
4.74%
Net Carbohydrates:9.71g
3.53%
Sugar:7.07g
7.86%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:256.11mg
11.14%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.98g
5.95%
Vitamin A:15114.77IU
302.3%
Vitamin C:50.66mg
61.4%
Vitamin K:33.52µg
31.92%
Fiber:4.51g
18.02%
Manganese:0.36mg
17.96%
Potassium:433.52mg
12.39%
Folate:48.97µg
12.24%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
12.04%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.38%
Iron:1.93mg
10.73%
Vitamin E:1.53mg
10.22%
Vitamin B5:0.81mg
8.07%
Magnesium:29.63mg
7.41%
Phosphorus:71.07mg
7.11%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.63%
Vitamin B3:1.31mg
6.55%
Calcium:64.34mg
6.43%
Copper:0.11mg
5.27%
Zinc:0.42mg
2.82%
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