Description
Honey Roasted Carrots are a simple yet elegant side dish featuring small carrots coated in a sweet honey and olive oil mixture, then roasted until tender and caramelized. This recipe highlights the natural sweetness of carrots enhanced by honey and a touch of seasoning, making it perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots
- 1 pound small carrots (peeled and trimmed)
Honey Glaze
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Other
- Cooking spray
- Optional garnish: chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a sheet pan with foil and coat it lightly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Arrange Carrots: Place the peeled and trimmed carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking pan, ensuring they are evenly spaced for even cooking.
- Mix Honey Glaze: In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper. Stir well until fully blended to create the glaze for the carrots.
- Coat Carrots: Pour the honey and olive oil mixture over the carrots on the baking pan. Toss the carrots gently to ensure they are thoroughly coated with the glaze.
- Roast: Place the baking pan in the oven and roast the carrots for 25 to 35 minutes, or until they become tender and have browned edges. The roasting time may vary based on the size of the carrots.
- Serve: Remove the carrots from the oven and transfer to a serving dish. Sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately to enjoy the caramelized flavor at its best.
Notes
- This recipe uses whole small carrots that are roasted over high heat until tender and caramelized, making it an easy yet elegant side dish.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste based on preference.
- Roasting time varies depending on the carrot size; check for tenderness by piercing with a fork.
- Optional parsley garnish adds a fresh pop of color and flavor but is not necessary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 138 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 87 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
