Moroccan-Spiced Roasted Carrots

Name: Moroccan-Spiced Roasted Carrots
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: ['6', '6 servings']
Cuisine: moroccan
Ingredients: 2 pounds carrots, cut into thick slices; 0.25 cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 teaspoons white sugar; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder; 0.125 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste; aluminum foil

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⏱ 40 mins 🍽 ['6', '6 servings'] 🌶 moroccan 🏷 Side dish

This simple side dish brings Moroccan flavours to your table with minimal effort. Carrots are tossed in a vibrant blend of spices including cumin, cinnamon, and a hint of cayenne, then roasted until tender. The result is a fragrant, slightly sweet, and warmly spiced accompaniment that complements any main course perfectly. It's an excellent way to add a touch of North African flair to your dinner.

Ingredients

2 pounds carrots, cut into thick slices
0.25 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cumin
0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
0.125 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
aluminum foil

Method

Set your oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) to preheat.
In a bowl, combine the carrot slices with olive oil, lemon juice, sugar, cumin, cinnamon, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper until well coated. Place them in a single layer in a large roasting pan.
Place the pan in the preheated oven and roast for 20 to 30 minutes, turning the carrots frequently during cooking.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories151 kcal

Fat10 g

Sugars9 g

Protein2 g

Sodium105 mg

Recipe details

CategorySide dish

Cuisinemoroccan

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