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Crispy Smashed Carrot Bites That Make Veggies Irresistible

Transform humble carrots into irresistible crispy bites with this easy recipe. A healthy, crunchy snack for everyone.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bites
  • 1 lb Carrots Vibrant and firm
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For brushing
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Pot
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • cutting board
  • Small saucepan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wash and peel the carrots. Cut them into 2-3 inch pieces.
  3. In a large pot, bring water to boil and cook carrot pieces for 10-12 minutes until fork-tender.
  4. Drain the carrots and let cool for a couple of minutes.
  5. Smash each carrot piece until flattened but still intact.
  6. Mix olive oil, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika in a small bowl.
  7. Brush the mixture over the smashed carrots and arrange on the baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving warm as a snack or side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 160mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 8000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Best served fresh out of the oven for optimal crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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