Balsamic Vinaigrette Carrots

I'm always on the search for yummy and healthy side dishes. It is so easy to whip up some rice or microwave some corn - but sometimes you just need to add some excitement to your meal, right?? Well on my search for said excitement, I stumbled upon a pin I had from awhile back (when I pretty much was obsessed with Pinterest... Don't worry, I've learned to get this obsession under control and actually make the things I pin.)

These balsamic vinaigrette carrots are a great "mixer-upper" for your vegetable side dish. They have great flavor and are definitely a crowd pleaser. I put on some pretty basic seasonings, but don't be afraid to experiment a little. After all, everyone needs to add some extra excitement every once in awhile!

Balsamic Vinaigrette Carrots

4 SERVINGS 

PREP: 5 minutes           COOK: 25-30 minutes            READY IN: 35 minutes

SIMPLE	HEALTHY	YUM

INGREDIENTS

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• 1 pound carrots
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette

DIRECTIONS

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1. Preheat oven to 400ºF.
2. In large ziplock bag, mix carrots, olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Seal bag and shake until evenly coated.
3. Pour carrots onto greased cookie sheet and bake for 20 minutes.
4. Take cookie sheet out of oven and drizzle carrots with vinaigrette. 
5. Return to oven and cook for another 5 minutes (or until desired texture).

NUTRITION FACTS

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    3/4 cup serving    152 calories   11 g fat   13.4 g carbs    1.1g protein    7.7 g sugar   

Enjoy!
Recipe adapted from So Wonderful So Marvelous