Description
These honey balsamic roasted carrots are sweet, tangy, tender, and beautifully caramelized. The simple glaze adds rich flavor and makes this an easy side dish for weeknight dinners or holiday meals.
Ingredients
1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or diagonals
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Add the carrots to the bowl and toss well until evenly coated in the glaze.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast for 20 minutes, then stir the carrots and return them to the oven.
- Continue roasting for another 10 to 15 minutes until the carrots are tender and caramelized.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.
Swap thyme for rosemary for a more savory flavor.
Add a squeeze of lemon juice after roasting for brightness.
Top with crumbled feta or toasted nuts for extra texture and richness.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat in a 350°F oven, skillet, or microwave until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 340 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
