Honey Roasted Carrots (Printable)
Sweet, tender carrots roasted with honey and herbs for a caramelized finish. Ready in 35 minutes.
# 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
# Steps:
01 - Preheat 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 cooking, until carrots are tender and edges are lightly caramelized.
06 - Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with fresh herbs if using. Serve immediately while warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The honey creates these gorgeous caramelized edges that make vegetables feel like a treat
- It comes together in under 10 minutes of active work but looks like something from a restaurant
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- Overcrowding the pan is the quickest way to steam instead of roast, so use two pans if needed
- The honey can burn if left too long, so keep an eye on them during those last five minutes
03 -
- Cut your carrots into similar sizes so they all finish cooking at the same time
- Room temperature carrots roast more evenly than cold ones straight from the fridge