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Roasted Asparagus and Carrots

Published: Jul 30, 2023 · Modified: Apr 26, 2024 by Claire · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon associate I earn from qualifying purchases · Leave a Comment

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These roasted asparagus and carrots are easy to make, delicious and perfect as a spring vegetable side dish! No complicated steps or any need for fancy kitchen equipment, simply roast your spring veggies in the oven and use pantry staples to give them so much delicious flavor.

Have a peek at my roasted vegetables with honey and my roasted Tenderstem broccoli for more veggie side dish ideas!

roasted asparagus and carrots on a light grey plate next to a spoon and bowl of sesame seeds.

Sweet roasted carrots are always a go-to choice with my family, and adding some asparagus provides even more delicious flavor. Perfect for spring, this veggie side is just the thing to add color to your Easter menu or a weekend meal.

With all simple recipe steps, roasting asparagus and carrots so they have a little browning brings out their sweetness and, alongside herbs and garlic, we can add some fun toppings too.

Do check out my roasted carrots and cauliflower, pesto roasted vegetables, roasted broccoli and Brussels sprouts and my ginger Brussels sprouts for more flavorful veggie side dishes.

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  • ⭐ Why this recipe is so good
  • 🥕 Ingredients
  • 📖 Swaps and variations
  • 🔪 Step by step instructions
  • 💭 Expert recipe tips and notes
  • 📋 Frequently asked questions
  • 🍽 How to serve roast asparagus and carrots
  • 🧊 Storage and freezing
  • 🥣 More easy side dishes
  • 📖 Recipe
  • 💬 Comments

⭐ Why this recipe is so good

Flavorful vegetable side. Roasting transforms more plain vegetables into something special by bringing out their natural sweetness.

Gets kids to eat their veggies! Now I can't guarantee this(!), but roasting veggies always get the kids in my family to clear their plates!

Simple recipe steps. No need for any fancy kitchen equipment, all you need is a little prep time and a baking sheet.

🥕 Ingredients

individually labelled carrots, asparagus, olive oil, mixed herbs and garlic powder.

All the ingredients and their quantities are set out in the recipe card below.

Some notes to help guide you:

  • Carrots - I suggest to choose longer thinner carrots rather than thicker ones so you have less prep and they have the same cook time as the asparagus. Try to choose carrots that are a similar size for an even cook time.
  • Asparagus - grab it at the store while it's in season! We use a bunch of asparagus for this recipe, and see below for how to prep it. I suggest to use thin stalks of asparagus rather than shorter thicker ones so they go a little crispy for even more flavor.
  • Olive oil - this helps the vegetables get that delicious caramelization.
  • Mixed herbs - to add extra flavor. Choose from Italian herb seasoning, herbes de Provence or make up your own blend!

📖 Swaps and variations

Use dried herbs of your choice. Pick your favorite blend, or a single herb such as thyme.

Add some toppings! I like a sprinkle of sesame seeds, but other suitable nuts or seeds are also delicious. A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese is also good, but likely isn't suitable for my low histamine readers.

🔪 Step by step instructions

Making these roasted carrots and asparagus is very simple, with all easy steps and just a handful of ingredients. Simply grab your veggies, some parchment paper and your baking sheet!

All the instructions are in the recipe card below, but these photos should help guide you.

snapped asparagus and asparagus stems on a wooden chopping board labelled number one.

Step 1: Prep the asparagus

Hold your asparagus stem at each end and bend until it snaps. Keep the end with the flower and discard the tough woody end (image 1).

carrots sliced into halves on a wooden chopping board labelled number two.

Step 2: Prep the carrots

Top and tail the carrots, then slice lengthways in half so you have thinly sliced carrots. If your carrots are thicker in size, slice into quarters (image 2). You want your carrots and asparagus to be roughly the same size so they cook evenly together.

sliced carrots and asparagus stems on a lined baking sheet labelled number three.

Step 3: Roast the asparagus and carrots

Place the asparagus and carrots on a lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle on the herbs and garlic powder.

Toss the vegetables on the sheet pan to evenly coat them in the oil and herbs, then spread out in a single layer on your baking sheet with a little space between them (image 3). This helps to ensure that they roast in the oven rather than steam, and so they don't go soggy.

Roast for 18-20 minutes (add extra time if your veggies are thicker in size), then season with season with sesame seeds (optional), salt and black pepper to serve.

Note: if your asparagus stems are very thin, they will need less time in the oven. Begin by roasting the carrots, then add the asparagus after 5-7 minutes.

💭 Expert recipe tips and notes

  • Discard the woody end of the asparagus stem. It's quite tough and not too pleasant to eat!
  • If your carrots are thicker in size, slice into quarters rather than halves so they are a similar size to the asparagus and cook in the same time.
  • Don't overcrowd the vegetables when roasting in the oven. Having them too close together means that they will steam rather than roast. Give them a little space!
  • I suggest not to skimp on the olive oil. It is the oil that helps caramelize the vegetables for so much flavor.

📋 Frequently asked questions

What does asparagus taste like?

Asparagus has a balance of earthy and sweet flavors, with a hint of bitterness.

Do you need to parboil asparagus before roasting?

There's no need to parboil asparagus. It will be delicious and crispy when roasted in the oven.

Do you have to peel carrots before roasting?

It isn't usually necessary to peel carrots before roasting them. Simply give them a good wash, and dice as required. If the carrots are a little wrinkled, then you may like to peel them for freshness.

Do you have to use oil to roast vegetables?

The olive oil helps the vegetables become caramelised, and so have that delicious sweetness.

Does asparagus and carrots have the same cook time?

The cook time for asparagus and carrots will depend upon their size. In this recipe we slice the carrots lengthways so they are thinner, giving them a similar cook time to thicker asparagus stems. If your asparagus stems are quite thin, they will need less time in the oven, so add them to the baking sheet once the carrots have had 5-7 minutes.

🍽 How to serve roast asparagus and carrots

Roasted veggies go with so many main dishes, and of course are always popular as a Easter or Thanksgiving side dish and for other holiday meals!

  • Enjoy with chicken and turkey recipes such as my paprika chicken recipe, tarragon chicken recipe and my turkey mince rissoles.
  • Serve as a side dish with my nut crusted cod or my pistachio crusted fish recipe.
  • Pair with pasta dishes to add some tasty veggies!
  • Serve as a warm side with salads such as my roast beetroot and sweet potato salad and my summer wild rice salad.

🧊 Storage and freezing

Roasted carrots and asparagus are best eaten just out of the oven I think! But if you've got some leftovers they can keep in the fridge in a sealed airtight container for 2-3 days.

To freeze, allow the vegetables to cool, then add to a freezer-safe container or bag. You can freeze roasted vegetables for up to 2 months.

I suggest that my low histamine readers would be better freezing leftovers rather than allowing them to sit in the fridge (see SIGHI for more on food and freshness).

roasted asparagus and carrots on a lined baking sheet.

🥣 More easy side dishes

Whether it's my easy air fryer baby carrots or air fryer lettuce or my guide for how to cook frozen cauliflower rice, you'll find so many tasty sides here, including these recent recipes:

  • carrot and apple salad in a bowl with a serving spoon next to apples and a small bowl of pomegranate arils.
    Carrot and Apple Salad with Pomegranate
  • roasted sage potatoes in a white bowl next to garlic cloves and sage leaves.
    Roasted Sage Potatoes
  • pesto quinoa in a bowl next to a jar of pesto, fresh basil leaves and olive oil.
    Pesto Quinoa
  • roasted beet and carrot salad on a white plate.
    Beet and Carrot Salad

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📖 Recipe

roasted asparagus and carrots on a light grey plate next to a spoon and bowl of sesame seeds.

Roasted Asparagus and Carrots

Claire
This easy sheet pan roasted asparagus and carrots is full of flavor, color and perfect for an Easter dinner vegetable side dish!
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, British
Servings 4 servings
Calories 91 kcal

Equipment

  • Parchment paper
  • Baking sheet

Ingredients
 
 

  • 4 medium carrots sliced lengthways into halves or quarters
  • 1 bunch asparagus I suggest to use thinner asparagus stems
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon mixed herbs
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • pinch salt
  • pinch black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds to garnish, optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 390F / 200C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Hold the asparagus each end of the stem and bend so that it breaks. Keep the end with the flower and discard the tough woody end. Top and tail the carrots, then slice lengthways into halves (or quarters if the carrots are thicker) so they are a similar thickness to the asparagus.
  • Arrange the asparagus and carrots on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle over mixed herbs and garlic powder. Toss to coat the vegetables, then spread out in a single layer with a little space between them (see note in next step). Roast for 18-20 minutes, or longer if you like more browning. Garnish with sesame seeds to serve (optional) and season with salt and black pepper.
  • Note: if your asparagus stems are on the thinner side compared to the carrots, they will need less cook time than the carrots. Begin roasting the carrots, then add the asparagus stems to the baking sheet after 5-7 minutes.

Notes

  • Slice the carrots lengthways into halves if thinner, or quarters if thicker.
  • Spread the vegetables on the baking sheet so they are in an even layer with a little space between them so they roast rather than steam.
  • Cook time is slightly variable depending on how thick your asparagus and carrots are. Add a few more minutes if thicker in size to ensure they are tender in the centre and have browning on the edges.
  • If your asparagus stems are thinner, begin to roast the carrots first, then add the asparagus to the baking sheet after 5-7 minutes.
  • Nutritional information is auto-generated and should be understood to be an estimate.
 
Swiss Interest Group Histamine Intolerance
All ingredients score 0 on the SIGHI list, with the exception of:
  • garlic and sesame, which score 1.
  • black pepper, which scores 2.
  • use low histamine herbs for flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 91kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 45mgPotassium: 434mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 11042IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 67mgIron: 3mg
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Hi, I’m Claire. After a diagnosis of MCAS I began to follow a low histamine diet, which has helped me manage my symptoms. Here I hope to show that a restrictive diet can still be full of flavourful meals, and help you enjoy being creative in the kitchen.

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