Balsamic Roasted Fennel Carrots: Amazing Flavor
5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star
No reviews
A simple and flavorful side dish featuring the sweet anise notes of fennel roasted with tender carrots and a tangy balsamic glaze.
- Author: Andrew
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 lb fennel bulb, trimmed, cored, and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the carrots and fennel pieces with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Ensure all pieces are evenly coated.
- Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet. If using, add herb sprigs to the baking sheet.
- Roast for 25-35 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized, flipping them halfway through.
- Remove from oven and discard herb sprigs. Serve your balsamic roasted fennel carrots warm.
Notes
- For a sweeter glaze, you can reduce the balsamic vinegar slightly in a small saucepan before tossing with the vegetables.
- Adjust roasting time based on the size of your vegetable cuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg