This recipe is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy baby carrots. They are roasted to perfection and then topped with a fragrant and flavourful pistachio gremolata. This dish is perfect as a side or a light main course.
Ingredients
- 1 lb baby carrots, peeled
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- 1/4 cup pistachios, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
Method
- Preheat oven to 400F/200C.
- Toss carrots with olive oil and salt and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, until tender and lightly browned.
- In a small bowl, mix together pistachios, garlic, lemon juice and parsley.
- When carrots are done, top with the pistachio gremolata and serve.
Potential changes & improvements
There are many ways that you could change or improve this recipe. For example, you could use different nuts in the gremolata, such as almonds or hazelnuts. You could also add other herbs, such as thyme or oregano. If you want a bit more of a zing, you could also add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
What other food it works well with
This dish goes well with just about anything. Try it with grilled chicken or fish, roasted potatoes, or a simple green salad.
Common Mistakes
One common mistake when making this dish is to not roast the carrots long enough. Be sure to roast them until they are tender and lightly browned. Another mistake is using too much or too little of the gremolata. Be sure to taste it before adding it to the carrots so that you can adjust the seasoning as needed.
Nutritional Information
This recipe is relatively healthy and low in calories. Each serving has approximately 150 calories and 7 grams of fat.
Allergens
This recipe contains the following allergens:
- Pistachios
- Garlic
- Lemon
- Parsley