Easy Oven Roasted Rainbow Carrots
This easy oven roasted rainbow carrots recipe is a very simple process that adds so much flavor, color and nutrition to any vegan whole food plant-based lunch or dinner.
I am all for anything that makes the dinner making process quick with very simple ingredients. A question that I see popping up on the internet that pertains to oven roasted carrots is…
Should I peel carrots before roasting?
This is up for debate. I try to cook as zero waste as possible, so I say no! I usually never peel my veggies if not necessary. I give my carrots a good scrub with a dry brush and roast them exactly as they are. Although I do enjoy my veggies and food to be a bit rustic.
What are the health benefits of rainbow carrots?
According to the Cleveland Health clinic, there are many benefits to rainbow carrots that can support good health.
Here are a few of the reasons from them reflected by color:
Orange: The classic color you probably think of when you think of carrots, orange carrots are higher in beta carotene, an antioxidant pigment (the carotenoid mentioned above). Eating too many can briefly turn your skin orange.
Yellow: These also contain beta carotene and lutein, a carotenoid researchers think may protect the eyes, since antioxidants help shield cells from damage.
Purple: These have more of the carotenoid anthocyanin. Researchers are studying its ability to treat inflammation and obesity.
White: These may be devoid of color, but they’re not devoid of nutrition. Their fiber will help ease your digestion.
So now that you know why it’s good for you… Let’s get into HOW good it is to make this easy dish. You can also scroll down to the recipe card for an easier read.
How to make Easy Oven Roasted Rainbow Carrots?
Simple Ingredients Needed
You will need a bunch of rainbow carrots, extra virgin olive oil, all purpose seasoning, sea salt, and black pepper. Yes, it just takes five simple ingredients!
Method
First, preheat your oven to 425°F. Then make sure your carrots are thoroughly washed and leafy greens are trimmed.
Then spread the rainbow carrots onto a baking sheet. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, all purpose seasoning, sea salt and black pepper. Roll around to ensure that all parts of the carrots are fully coated.
Bake in oven for 25-30 minutes. Test to see if ready by piercing a carrot with a fork. If it is easy to poke through and tender then the carrots are ready. Allow to cool and enjoy!
There are so many ways I enjoy these easy oven roasted rainbow carrots. I especially love it with the oyster mushroom steak recipe that I had posted earlier. Nothing like roasted vegetables with vegan steak and millet.
More plant-based recipes to try
Easy Oven Roasted Rainbow Carrots
Ingredients
- 10-12 whole rainbow carrots
- 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp all purpose seasoning
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- First, preheat your oven to 425°F. Then make sure your carrots are thoroughly washed and leafy greens are trimmed.
- Then spread the rainbow carrots onto a baking sheet. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, all purpose seasoning, sea salt and black pepper. Roll around to ensure that all parts of the carrots are fully coated.
- Bake in oven for 25-30 minutes. Test to see if ready by piercing a carrot with a fork. If it is easy to poke through and tender then the carrots are ready. Allow to cool and enjoy!
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