Roasted Orange Paprika Carrots Recipe

Sweet and savory roasted carrots with a vibrant orange paprika glaze! This easy recipe from the Seattle Times (8/7) delivers tender, flavorful carrots in just 40 minutes. Perfect as a side dish for any meal.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 130 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 4.9 (15 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Roasted Orange Paprika Carrots

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How to Make Roasted Orange Paprika Carrots

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Peel 1 pound of carrots, trim ends, and cut lengthwise into quarters.
  3. In a large bowl, toss carrots with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon paprika, and the juice of 1 orange. Ensure carrots are evenly coated.
  4. Spread carrots in a single layer in a heavy baking dish or cast iron skillet.
  5. Roast for 30 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven and add 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon lemon juice to the pan. Stir gently to melt the butter and coat the carrots.
  7. Return to oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until carrots are tender and glazed, and slightly caramelized.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

35g

Fat

11g

Carbs

5g