Moroccan-Spiced Roasted Carrots

Carrots are combined with a blend of fragrant spices in this simple, oven-roasted, Moroccan-inspired side dish that pairs well with any meat.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 151 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons white sugar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
• aluminum foil
• 2 pounds carrots, cut into thick slices

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).

Step 2

Toss carrots in a bowl with olive oil, lemon juice, sugar, cumin, cinnamon, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Transfer to a large roasting pan and arrange in a single layer.

Step 3

Roast in the preheated oven, turning often, 20 to 30 minutes.