Description
Roasted to golden perfection, these Honey Roasted Carrots are a simple yet elegant side dish that belongs in your weekly rotation or on the holiday table. Tender inside, crisped edges outside, and laced with a caramelized honey-garlic glaze—they deliver irresistible flavor with minimal ingredients. If you’re searching for an easy recipe for dinner ideas, a quick vegetable side, or healthy snack options, this dish checks every box. Perfect for holiday spreads, weeknight meals, or meal prepping wholesome food ideas.
Ingredients
450g carrots
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
1. Peel the carrots and cut them into uniform pieces, preferably on the diagonal.
2. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
3. Toss the carrots in the honey mixture until thoroughly coated.
4. Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
5. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
6. Remove from oven and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
7. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Cutting carrots on the diagonal increases surface area for better caramelization.
Don’t skip flipping the carrots halfway—this ensures even browning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: easy side dish, healthy snack, vegetable recipe, roasted carrots, dinner ideas