Description
These Honey Balsamic Roasted Carrots are a delightful side dish that pairs perfectly with any meal. The carrots are roasted to perfection with a sweet and tangy glaze, creating a caramelized exterior and tender interior. This easy-to-make recipe is sure to become a favorite at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots:
- 2 pounds carrots (peeled and cut into sticks or left whole if slender)
Glaze:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnish:
- Chopped parsley or crumbled feta
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the glaze: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the carrots: Add the carrots to the bowl and toss to coat evenly.
- Roast the carrots: Spread the carrots on the baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until caramelized.
- Finish and garnish: Transfer the roasted carrots to a serving dish, drizzle with any remaining glaze, and garnish with parsley or feta.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider incorporating orange juice or red pepper flakes into the glaze.
- These carrots complement roasted meats, grain bowls, or holiday menus.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 recipe
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg