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Honey Roasted Carrots

Irresistibly Sweet Honey Roasted Carrots Made Easy

These Honey Roasted Carrots are a sweet and slightly spicy side dish that elevates any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Carrots
  • 1 pound Carrots Use fresh, vibrant carrots or substitute with baby carrots.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Avocado oil is a great alternative.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Use less if using table salt.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Fresh Ground Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use vegan butter for dairy-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Maple syrup is a great substitute for vegans.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Omit for a milder dish.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Or parsley; adjust if using dried thyme.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet
  • Parchment paper
  • large bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Peel and slice fresh carrots into 2-inch chunks.
  3. In a large bowl, combine carrot chunks with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat.
  4. Spread the carrots in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes.
  5. Check carrots for doneness; they should be fork-tender and slightly browned.
  6. Melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add honey and cayenne pepper, stirring well.
  7. Transfer roasted carrots to skillet and toss with the honey glaze.
  8. Sprinkle fresh thyme over the carrots before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Freeze for longer storage.

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