Roasted Carrot Sticks (Printable)

Caramelized carrot sticks roasted to golden, tender perfection with olive oil and spices.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into sticks

→ Oils & Seasonings

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
06 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

→ Garnish

07 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss carrot sticks with olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, turning halfway through, until carrots are tender, golden, and edges are crisp.
05 - Remove from the oven, transfer to a serving platter, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They come together in under 40 minutes with minimal hands-on time, leaving you free to focus on the rest of dinner.
  • The caramelization creates a natural sweetness that feels indulgent without any added sugar.
  • One bowl, one sheet pan, and you're done—cleanup is almost as easy as the cooking.
02 -
  • Don't crowd the baking sheet—I learned this the hard way when I tried to roast a huge batch at once and ended up with steamed carrots instead of caramelized ones.
  • Turning halfway through makes the difference between uneven browning and that gorgeous golden finish on all sides.
03 -
  • Use a vegetable peeler or a sharp knife to create carrots of similar thickness so they roast evenly without some turning to dark edges before others are done.
  • If your carrots are particularly thick, cut them lengthwise first, then into sticks—this creates more surface area for caramelization and shortens roasting time.

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