Description
Honey Glazed Carrots are a simple yet elegant side dish where the natural sweetness of carrots is enhanced with honey and olive oil. Roasting brings out their flavor, creating a luscious glaze that makes this dish irresistible.
Ingredients
8–10 long carrots, peeled
2 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 tsp pepper
Fresh thyme (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Peel the carrots and cut them into your desired length and thickness.
- Place the carrots in a baking dish.
- Drizzle olive oil and honey over the carrots. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss until the carrots are evenly coated.
- Bake for 40–60 minutes, depending on your preferred doneness. 40 minutes will give you softer carrots with a slight crunch, while 60 minutes will result in completely soft carrots.
- Garnish with fresh thyme leaves, and add extra salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes for heat.
- Maple Glazed Carrots: Use maple syrup instead of honey for a different twist.
- Garlic Honey Glazed Carrots: Add minced garlic to the olive oil and honey mixture for extra savory flavor.
- Balsamic Vinegar: A splash of balsamic vinegar can balance the sweetness with tang.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40–60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasted
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
