Description
This Roasted Carrots recipe features tender, lightly caramelized carrots with a touch of honey and olive oil, seasoned simply with sea salt and black pepper, then garnished with fresh parsley. It’s a quick, healthy, and flavorful side dish perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots
- 1 pound carrots (about 1 large or 2 medium bunches, cut into 2-inch barrels)
Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Toss Carrots: In a large bowl, combine the cut carrots with the olive oil, honey or maple syrup, sea salt, and several grinds of freshly ground black pepper. Toss well to ensure all carrots are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange and Roast: Spread the seasoned carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 15 to 25 minutes, depending on carrot size, until they are fork-tender and lightly browned but still hold their shape without becoming mushy.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the roasted carrots from the oven, adjust seasoning if needed, then garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve warm as a delicious and healthy side dish.
Notes
- This oven-roasted carrots recipe is easy, healthy, and a delicious side dish for any meal.
- A little honey or maple syrup enhances the natural sweetness of the carrots.
- Adjust roasting times depending on the size and thickness of the carrot pieces to avoid overcooking.
- Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and facilitate cleanup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 4 ounces)
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
