Irresistible Roasted Rainbow Carrots with a Fun Twist
These roasted rainbow carrots with Froot Loop dust are sweet, savory, slightly nutty, and topped with a sprinkle of nostalgia—perfect for entertaining or adding a playful twist to your meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- Rainbow carrots (orange, yellow, purple)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of dried thyme
- 1/2 cup Froot Loops (crushed into dust)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash and peel the rainbow carrots. Slice large carrots in half lengthwise for even cooking.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the carrots with olive oil, honey, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme until well-coated.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast the carrots for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until caramelized and tender.
- While the carrots roast, crush the Froot Loops into a fine dust using a mortar and pestle or a zip-top bag and rolling pin.
- Transfer the roasted carrots to a serving plate and sprinkle the Froot Loop dust generously over the top. Serve immediately.
Notes
[‘Spread carrots in a single layer to ensure even roasting.’, ‘Check the carrots around the 20-minute mark to avoid burning.’, ‘Crush the Froot Loops into a fine dust for a cohesive topping.’, ‘Drizzle olive oil before adding the cereal dust to help it stick better.’, ‘Experiment with alternative toppings like granola or candied nuts.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup roasted carrot
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 2
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