Honey Roasted Carrots (Printable)
Sweet, caramelized carrots with honey and herbs. An easy, vibrant side dish ready in 35 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Fresh Produce
01 - 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or rounds
→ Dressing
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp honey
04 - 1/2 tsp salt
05 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Herbs (Optional)
06 - 1 tbsp fresh thyme or parsley, chopped
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
03 - Add the carrots to the bowl and toss well to coat evenly with the honey mixture.
04 - Spread the carrots out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they aren't overcrowded.
05 - Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until carrots are tender and lightly caramelized.
06 - Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with fresh herbs if desired. Serve warm.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The natural sweetness of carrots intensifies while the honey creates a gorgeous sticky glaze
- They disappear faster than any other vegetable side dish I serve
02 -
- Single layer arrangement is non negotiable or you will end up with steamed carrots instead of roasted ones
- The honey burns easily so keep an eye on them during those last few minutes of cooking time
03 -
- Line your baking sheet with parchment for the easiest cleanup ever
- Room temperature honey mixes much easier with the olive oil so set it out first