Roasted Carrots Honey Glaze (Printable)
Tender carrots roasted and coated in a sweet honey glaze for an elegant side dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or left whole if thin
→ Glaze
02 - 2 tbsp honey
03 - 2 tbsp olive oil
04 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
05 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
06 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish
07 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
08 - 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds or chopped nuts
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
04 - Drizzle the honey glaze evenly over the carrots and toss to coat thoroughly.
05 - Roast in the oven for 25–30 minutes, turning the carrots halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized.
06 - Remove from the oven and transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped parsley and toasted sesame seeds or nuts, if desired. Serve warm.
# Expert Advice:
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- The natural sweetness of carrots intensifies when roasted, creating depth you never get from boiling or steaming
- This recipe transforms ordinary vegetables into something elegant enough for holidays but easy enough for weeknights
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- Thicker carrots take longer to roast, so try to cut them into similar sized pieces for even cooking
- The glaze can burn quickly in the last few minutes, so set a timer and check for excess browning
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- For extra flavor, add the optional spices directly to the honey glaze so they coat the carrots evenly
- Use rainbow carrots when serving guests, they always bring a smile to the table