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Honey Roasted Carrots

Honey Roasted Carrots

  • Author: Marcus
  • Total Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Honey Roasted Carrots are a simple and irresistible side dish featuring tender, naturally sweet carrots caramelized to perfection with raw honey, extra virgin olive oil, and fresh thyme. This vibrant and wholesome recipe is quick to prepare, healthy, and perfect for pairing with a variety of mains or enjoying as a snack.

Ingredients

Scale

Vegetables

  • 1 lb medium-sized fresh carrots, peeled and trimmed

Sweetening and Oil

  • 2 tablespoons raw honey (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (natural)

Herbs and Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Finishing Touch

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (natural)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Oven and Prepare the Carrots: Start by heating your oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and trim the carrots to ensure they cook evenly. If some carrots are thicker, consider slicing them lengthwise to maintain uniform cooking.
  2. Toss in Honey and Olive Oil: In a large bowl, combine your carrots with raw honey (natural), extra virgin olive oil (natural), sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Use your hands or a spoon to coat each carrot thoroughly, ensuring an even shine and coating.
  3. Add Herbs and Arrange for Roasting: Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves over the carrots, then spread them out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Space them apart slightly to encourage caramelization rather than steaming.
  4. Roast Until Tender and Caramelized: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for about 25-30 minutes. Halfway through, give the carrots a gentle toss to ensure even roasting. Keep an eye on them so the honey caramelizes beautifully without burning.
  5. Finish with Lemon Juice and Serve: Once the carrots are tender and caramelized, remove them from the oven, drizzle with fresh lemon juice (natural), and toss lightly. This final touch brightens the entire dish, highlighting the earthy sweetness.

Notes

  • Choose carrots of roughly the same thickness or cut larger ones to match for even cooking.
  • Slightly warm the honey (natural) to make it easier to coat the carrots evenly.
  • Use fresh thyme for the best flavor; dried herbs can be substituted if needed.
  • Monitor the oven closely during the last 10 minutes to prevent over-browning.
  • To make a glaze, stir in a pinch of natural gelling agent to thicken the honey-olive oil mixture gently.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: International

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 230mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: honey roasted carrots, roasted carrots, honey carrots, healthy side dish, easy vegetables, gluten free side, honey vegetable recipe

Find it online: https://tastysoulkitchen.com/honey-roasted-carrots/