Roasted Fennel and Baby Carrots

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
60%
Roasted Fennel and Baby Carrots
45 min.
6
245kcal

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Looking for a delightful and healthy side dish to elevate your meal? Look no further than our Roasted Fennel and Baby Carrots! This vibrant dish not only adds a splash of color to your table but also packs a flavorful punch that will impress both family and guests alike. Made with fresh baby carrots and aromatic fennel, this recipe is perfect for anyone seeking a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free option without sacrificing taste.

With a health score of 60, it’s a nutritious choice that aligns perfectly with a balanced diet. The combination of roasted vegetables brings out their natural sweetness while the hints of fennel seeds elevate the dish to another level. Each serving boasts only 245 calories, making it a guilt-free addition to any plate. Whether served alongside a hearty grain bowl, a savory protein, or as part of a festive gathering, these roasted carrots and fennel will leave an impression.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a delightful dish that is both simple and elegant. Perfectly tender and lightly caramelized, every bite offers a satisfying crunch and an explosion of flavor. So why not bring a bit of excitement to your dining experience? Give this Roasted Fennel and Baby Carrots recipe a try and enjoy the explosion of flavors and health benefits that accompany these beautiful vegetables!

Ingredients

  • bunches baby carrots trimmed peeled
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • medium fennel bulb cut into 1/2-inch-thick wedges
  • teaspoon fennel seeds 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons water 

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Put oven racks in upper and lower thirds of oven and preheat oven to 450°F. (If you are making just this dish, you can put oven rack in middle position and roast vegetables on that rack throughout.)
  2. Toss carrots and fennel with olive oil, water, fennel seeds, salt, and pepper and arrange in 1 layer in a 17- by 11-inch shallow baking pan. Cover pan with foil and roast vegetables in lower third of oven 10 minutes, then uncover and roast, turning occasionally, 10 minutes more. Switch pan to upper third of oven and roast until vegetables are tender and browned, about 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts

Calories245kcal
Protein6.06%
Fat27.21%
Carbs66.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.83
Glycemic Load
1.48
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
26.230869687122%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.84mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:244.92kcal
12.25%
Fat:7.79g
11.99%
Saturated Fat:1.14g
7.14%
Carbohydrates:43g
14.33%
Net Carbohydrates:27.38g
9.96%
Sugar:24.49g
27.21%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:683.07mg
29.7%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.91g
7.82%
Vitamin A:62160.43IU
1243.21%
Vitamin K:95.63µg
91.08%
Fiber:15.62g
62.49%
Manganese:0.86mg
43.08%
Potassium:1396.3mg
39.89%
Folate:142.57µg
35.64%
Iron:4.69mg
26.03%
Vitamin C:21.13mg
25.61%
Vitamin B6:0.51mg
25.55%
Copper:0.51mg
25.38%
Vitamin B5:1.99mg
19.87%
Calcium:187.05mg
18.71%
Phosphorus:166.76mg
16.68%
Vitamin B3:3.02mg
15.11%
Magnesium:59.77mg
14.94%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.08%
Vitamin E:1.46mg
9.74%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.62%
Selenium:4.6µg
6.57%
Zinc:0.94mg
6.24%
Source:Epicurious