Description
Succulent honey-glazed roasted carrots bring Mediterranean warmth to your table with minimal ingredients. Caramelized edges and sweet glaze create a simple side dish that elevates any meal you serve.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (1 pound) fresh carrots
- 2 tbsps (2 tablespoons) extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsps (2 tablespoons) honey
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (thyme or parsley) for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oven to a high temperature of 425F (220C), ensuring a perfect roasting environment for the carrots.
- Thoroughly cleanse and remove the outer skin of the carrots, then slice them into consistent, manageable segments to promote even cooking.
- Transfer the carrot pieces into a spacious mixing vessel, drizzling olive oil and sprinkling salt and pepper, then meticulously toss to ensure complete and uniform coating.
- Spread the seasoned carrots across a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer, creating space between pieces to allow proper caramelization.
- Elegantly drizzle honey over the arranged carrots, creating a glistening layer that will transform into a rich, sweet glaze during roasting.
- Place the baking sheet into the preheated oven and roast for approximately 20-25 minutes, rotating the carrots midway to guarantee balanced browning and tender texture.
- Once the carrots have achieved a golden-brown exterior and reached a fork-tender consistency, remove from the oven and embellish with freshly chopped herbs for a vibrant finishing touch.
Notes
- Slice carrots uniformly to ensure even roasting and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Use raw honey for a more natural, robust flavor that caramelizes beautifully during roasting.
- Opt for organic carrots with vibrant color for a more visually appealing and nutritionally rich side dish.
- Experiment with different herb combinations like thyme, rosemary, or parsley to customize the flavor profile and add complexity to the recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 142 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg