Roasted Carrots with Candied Pecans and Goat Cheese
A delightful dish combining sweet roasted carrots, crunchy candied pecans, and creamy goat cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 pound Carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Pepper, freshly ground
- 1/2 cup Raw Pecans
- 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Butter, unsalted
- 4 ounces Goat Cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss the carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and spread them on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes until they are tender and caramelized.
- Prepare the candied pecans by melting the butter in a skillet and stirring in the brown sugar and pecans, cooking for 3-5 minutes.
- Transfer roasted carrots to a serving platter and sprinkle with candied pecans and crumbled goat cheese.
- Enjoy warm or at room temperature as a side dish.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding fresh herbs or trying different nuts.