Zesty, Easy and Delicious 2 Ingredient Ranch Carrots

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Carrots are having a glow-up. Forget the plain steamed ones… we’re talking tender roasted carrots kissed with zesty ranch flavor that make any plate instantly better. With only a couple of ingredients, this easy side dish is proof that vegetables can be the fun part of dinner.

Despite what the kids say, they can.

I made these when I had a random packet of ranch in the cupboard and carrots that needed using up. Tossed them together and – boom! – Bob’s yer uncle.

And, btw, if you’re wondering why the carrots in my final photos are arranged in a fancy shingle pattern, that’s just because I had extra time on my hands. You definitely don’t need to do that.

🥕 Ingredient Lineup

Ingredient photo for the 2 ingredient ranch carrots. Carrots, and ranch seasoning. The oil does not count as an ingredient.

Carrots
Ranch dressing (powdered packet)
Oil

Eazy Note: Ingredients like common seasonings, oil, water, etc, don’t factor into the ingredient count because most people have those pantry items in their kitchen.

🔄 Swaps and Shortcuts

Carrots – Baby carrots, rainbow carrots, and even canned carrots work as a shortcut.
Oil – Use butter for a richer flavor
Onion – Add a bit of minced onion to the bowl with the carrots for more depth of flavor.

Helpful Tip: If you decide to use canned carrots, drain them very well and pat them dry before seasoning. The water could make the seasoning pool at the bottom, and then you have bland carrots. Boooo.

👀 Directions at a Glance

Carrots with Ranch powdered seasoning on them. — 3. Add the seasoning.

Carrot medallions arranged on a baking sheet to go in the oven. — 3. Add the seasoning.

Please check the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts and directions, and loads of helpful tips to make this perfect every time!

Carrots with ranch seasoning on a plate sprinkled with parsley.

I love that the flavor from the ranch seasoning, as well as the flavors from the carrots go with pretty much anything you want to serve them with as a side like my Cranberry Stuffed Pork Loin Roast and my 4 Ingredient Turkey Meatloaf is dynamite with these carrots!

Can I use baby carrots instead of whole carrots?

Yes! Baby carrots work great for roasted ranch carrots. Just add a few extra minutes of roasting time since they’re thicker.

Do I need bottled ranch dressing or the dry ranch packet?

Either works. If you use bottled ranch dressing, toss it directly with the carrots and skip the oil/butter. If you’re using the dry ranch mix, coat the carrots with the oil first, then sprinkle the ranch powder and toss, then bake.

See? Side dishes don’t have to be boring (or complicated). These roasted ranch carrots prove that a little bit of pantry seasoning and a hot oven can turn humble carrots into something crave-worthy.

Thanks for checking out the recipes here at EazyGrub! If you’ve tried this recipe already, please leave a comment and a star rating below! Have an awesome day!
~Joanne

2 Ingredient Ranch Carrots Recipe

Ingredients

1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced into sticks or coins
2 tbsp ranch powdered dressing
1 tbsp oil (olive or neutral)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment.
Toss carrots with oil and ranch seasoning until evenly coated.
Spread out in a single layer on the sheet pan.
Roast 20 - 25 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and golden on the edges.

Notes

Baby carrots may take a few extra minutes to roast through but they're a great option if you don't feel like chopping.
Don't be afraid of any browned edges. That means caramelization, and it adds so much incredible flavor.
I typically just toss the cooked carrots into a bowl and serve, but if you're feeling fancy (and you have the time), arranging them shingled on a plate with some parsely is fun ... but TOTALLY optional!
Storage: Keep leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1/4 pound
Amount Per Serving Calories 135Total Fat 10gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 8gCholesterol 4mgSodium 201mgCarbohydrates 10gFiber 3gSugar 5gProtein 1g

All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands used, measuring methods and portion sizes per household.