Parmesan Roasted Carrot Fries
Easy Cheesy Carrot Sticks Recipe: A Sweet, Crispy, and Flavorful Snack!
We all like to enjoy a nice snack, while hanging out with family, friends, guests, or simply while chilling in front of the TV. This Parmesan roasted carrot fries recipe is the type of food I like to snack on instead of chips, sweets, or processed food. Evenly cut carrot sticks, coated with Parmesan cheese and seasoning; It’s light, healthy, low carb and full of flavors.
These savory carrot fries taste a lot like regular French fries, but with a little touch of sweetness, almost like sweet potato fries. They are tender on the inside, but have a beautiful crisp on the outside. They are sweet, crispy, flavorful, and packed with nutrients.
This is definitely going to be your new favorite way to enjoy your carrots!
Ingredients Needed:
2 pounds carrots (peel and slice into fries)
1 tablespoon oil
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 425 °F (220 °C) and put parchment paper on a large baking sheet.
Peel then evenly slice your carrots into fries (so they cook at the same time).
Mix the carrot fries with salt, pepper, oil, and Parmesan cheese.
Spread the carrot fries on a single layer on the baking sheet, then bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until roasted to your liking.
Drizzle with extra Parmesan if you like, and serve with your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Parmesan Roasted Carrot Fries Recipe – A Light, Tasty, and Healthy Alternative to Traditional French Fries!
I never thought I could enjoy any other veggie fries as much as I LOOOOOVE French fries, but I was apparently mistaken. These savory Parmesan carrot fries are an absolute delight, they’re sure to turn you into a carrot lover.
These carrot sticks are so easy to prepare. I love making a batch as a healthy vegetarian snack for a family gathering. Even the pickiest kids are sure to take one after the other, especially with a good tasty dipping sauce.
Helpful Tips and Variations:
Which carrots should I use? I prefer to use large carrots, but you can use any type of carrots available. You can even use store bought carrot fries to save up some time.
Can I use pre-grated cheese? Of course you can. I recommend using freshly grated Parmesan cheese, as it offers the best flavor. You can substitute for Grana Padano, if desired.
Can I make this recipe vegan? All you have to do to turn this recipe vegan is to use a plant based cheese.
Which oil is best to use? You can use olive oil, avocado oil, coconut oil, or any oil you prefer.
Can I use extra virgin olive oil? It’s best to avoid it, since it can burn at a certain temperature.
Which ingredients can I add to this recipe? You can add some garlic powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, fresh rosemary, paprika, thyme, oregano, or your favorite mix of herbs and seasoning to enhance the flavor.
What can I use as a topping? You can drizzle some chopped parsley, or cilantro on top for a nice pop of color. You can also add some chili flakes for a spicy touch.
Can I add baking soda or corn flour? You can add a little baking soda, corn flour, or vinegar for a nice crispy roast on the fries.
How can I store any leftovers? If by miracle, you have any carrot fries left, transfer them to an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 4 days.
How can I serve these Cheesy Roasted Carrot Fries?
You can have these healthy carrot fries as a side dish next to any grilled protein, a sandwich, or a burger. You can serve over the holidays, during a family dinner, or at your next party. Your guests will totally love them.
These carrot fries also make a great snack; they’re tasty, healthy and super easy to make. You can snack on them guilt free, at any time of the day; and since we cannot talk of fries without a nice creamy dipping sauce, pair this flavorful snack with your favorite dip. You can pair with a basil yogurt sauce, lemon yogurt dip, mayonnaise, ketchup, curry mustard dip, or aioli dip.
Parmesan Roasted Carrot Fries
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrots peel and slice into fries
- 1 tablespoon oil
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425 °F (220 °C) and put parchment paper on a large baking sheet.
- Peel then evenly slice your carrots into fries (so they cook at the same time).
- Mix the carrot fries with salt, pepper, oil, and Parmesan cheese.
- Spread the carrot fries on a single layer on the baking sheet, then bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until roasted to your liking.
- Drizzle with extra Parmesan if you like, and serve with your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy!
