Description
Savor the sweet and savory delight of honey roasted carrots, a simple dish that transforms fresh carrots into a beautifully caramelized side.
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients:
- 1 lb fresh carrots, medium-sized and firm
- 3 tbsp pure raw honey
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Instructions:
- 1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- 2. Prepare the Carrots: Wash and peel the carrots. Cut them into uniform pieces, about two inches long.
- 3. Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, toss the carrot pieces with olive oil, honey, salt, pepper, and chopped thyme until evenly coated.
- 4. Roast the Carrots: Spread the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through for even caramelization.
- 5. Serve: Once tender and glazed, remove from the oven. Let cool slightly before serving as a delightful side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg