Honey Roasted Carrots (Printer-Friendly)
Sweet glazed carrots roasted to caramelized perfection with honey and herbs for an effortless side dish.
# What You'll 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
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. 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 thoroughly to ensure even coating with the honey mixture.
04 - Spread the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not 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 Advice:
01 -
- Honey turns ordinary carrots into something people actually get excited about eating
- The hands off time lets you focus on the rest of the meal while the oven does the work
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- Overcrowding the pan steams the carrots instead of roasting them so give them room
- Stirring halfway through prevents the bottoms from burning while the tops stay undercooked
03 -
- Buy carrots that are similar in thickness so they roast evenly
- Room temperature carrots roast more evenly than cold ones straight from the fridge