Description
These simple honey roasted carrots are a delightful side dish that pairs perfectly with any meal. The carrots are roasted to caramelized perfection with a hint of sweetness from honey and a burst of flavor from garlic and thyme.
Ingredients
Units
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Carrots:
- 2 pounds carrots
Seasoning:
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp honey
- 4 large cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp dried thyme
- Salt + pepper, to taste
- 1/2 a lemon, juice
- 1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (to garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 400F (205C).
- Prepare the carrots: Peel and chop carrots into 1.5 to 2-inch pieces, cutting on a diagonal.
- Season the carrots: In a baking dish, combine carrots, olive oil, honey, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Roast the carrots: Roast in the oven for 30-45 minutes, tossing halfway through.
- Finish and serve: Drizzle with lemon juice, parsley, and extra honey. Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.
Notes
- You can use any type of honey, but runnier textures work best for coating.
- Ensure carrots are in a single layer for even cooking.
- Adjust cooking time based on desired doneness.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3-5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
