Description

This recipe for Roasted Potatoes and Carrots with Herbs is a perfect side dish combining tender baby potatoes and sweet carrots, seasoned with fragrant rosemary, thyme, garlic, and paprika, then roasted to golden perfection in the oven. Easy to prepare and full of comforting flavors, it’s an ideal accompaniment to many meals.

Ingredients

Scale

Vegetables

1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved
1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced into 1 to 1.5 inch pieces

Seasonings

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, chopped or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon fresh thyme or 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
0.5 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare Baking Sheet and Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly coat it with olive oil to prevent sticking and help vegetables roast evenly.
Season Vegetables: Place the halved baby potatoes and sliced carrots on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle them with olive oil, then sprinkle with chopped rosemary, thyme, garlic powder if using, paprika if desired, and season generously with salt and black pepper.
Combine Ingredients: Toss the potatoes and carrots thoroughly on the baking sheet ensuring that the olive oil and seasonings coat all the pieces evenly for optimal flavor.
Arrange for Roasting: Spread the vegetables out in a single layer on the baking sheet, making sure there’s enough space between pieces for even roasting and caramelization.
Roast Vegetables: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the vegetables for 30 to 40 minutes. Flip or stir the vegetables halfway through cooking to ensure they brown evenly and develop a crispy exterior.
Finish and Serve: Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Optionally garnish with extra fresh herbs before serving hot alongside your favorite main courses.

Notes

You can customize the herbs based on your preference; rosemary and thyme work wonderfully, but parsley or oregano can also be good alternatives.
For deeper caramelization, make sure the vegetables are spread out and not overcrowded on the baking sheet.
Adjust the roasting time depending on the size of your vegetable pieces to avoid under- or over-cooking.
Adding garlic powder and paprika is optional but enhances the flavor profile with a subtle kick.
This dish pairs excellently with roasted meats, grilled fish, or as part of a vegetarian meal.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: roasted potatoes, roasted carrots, herb roasted vegetables, easy side dish, roasted root vegetables, healthy side dish, oven roasted vegetables