Description
Sweet and savory honey roasted carrots that are caramelized to perfection, making them a delightful side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prep your carrots by peeling and slicing them into sticks about 2 to 3 inches long.
- Mix the honey and olive oil in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
- Toss the carrot sticks in the glaze until evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper, adjusting to your taste.
- Spread the carrots on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Check for tenderness and caramelized edges; sprinkle with balsamic vinegar if desired in the last few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Great served as a side dish for chicken, fish, or as part of a vegetarian platter. These make excellent leftovers, so consider making a double batch!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: honey roasted carrots, side dish, healthy recipes, vegetarian