Roasted Carrot Medley

Roasted Carrot Medley is a warm, comforting side dish featuring carrots and often other root vegetables like parsnips, sweet potatoes, or beets, tossed in oil and herbs, then roasted until caramelized. It's a staple in many Western cuisines, particularly American and European home cooking, celebrated for bringing out the natural sweetness of the vegetables.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily a source of complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber, with minimal fat and protein. It's rich in beta-carotene (which converts to vitamin A), potassium, and antioxidants, with a typical serving containing roughly 100-150 calories depending on the oil and specific vegetables used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	85 kcal
Protein	1.5 g
Carbs	18 g
Fat	1.5 g
Fiber	5 g
Sugar	8 g
Sodium	50 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin A	12000 IU
Vitamin C	10 mg
Vitamin K	15 mcg
Folate	30 mcg
Manganese	0.3 mg
Vitamin B6	0.15 mg
Magnesium	20 mg

Per 1 cup (200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Roasting transforms the vegetables' starches into sugars through caramelization, creating a depth of flavor that boiling or steaming cannot achieve. Nutritionally, the cooking process can increase the bioavailability of certain antioxidants like beta-carotene, making them easier for the body to absorb.