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Roasted Asparagus and Carrots

A quick and delightful side dish, roasted asparagus and carrots are tossed with olive oil and garlic for a satisfying crunch, complemented by optional lemon and Parmesan.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 bunch Asparagus Fresh, trimmed
  • 4 medium Carrots Cut into even-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For tossing vegetables
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium Lemon Optional, for serving
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan Optional, for serving
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (204°C).
  2. Trim the ends of the asparagus and cut the carrots into even-sized pieces.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the asparagus and carrots with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss until well-coated.
  4. Spread the vegetables in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Cooking
  1. Air fry for about 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking until they are tender and lightly caramelized.
  2. If desired, sprinkle with fresh lemon juice and Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

For best results, cut the vegetables into uniform sizes and avoid overcrowding the air fryer to ensure even roasting. Consider adding herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra flavor.