Honey Roasted Carrots (Printable)

Sweet, tender carrots roasted with honey glaze for caramelized perfection

# What You 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

# How-To:

01 - Preheat the 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 coated carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring pieces are not overcrowded.
05 - Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until carrots are tender and edges are lightly caramelized.
06 - Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with fresh herbs if using. Serve while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The honey creates these gorgeous caramelized edges that make vegetables feel like a treat
  • Its the rare side dish that steals attention from whatever main you served it with
02 -
  • Overcrowding the pan is the fastest way to end up with steamed carrots instead of roasted ones
  • The honey can burn quickly, so keep an eye on them during those last few minutes
03 -
  • Cut your carrots into similar sizes so they all finish cooking at the same time
  • Let the pan cool slightly before transferring the carrots to prevent them from sticking

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