Description
These Honey Roasted Carrots with Thyme are a simple yet elegant side dish made with just a few wholesome ingredients. Roasted until golden and caramelized, they’re sweetened naturally with honey and balanced with fresh thyme. Perfect for holiday spreads or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
2 pounds carrots, peeled and sliced
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Peel and slice carrots into even 1/2-inch thick pieces.
3. In a bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper.
4. Toss the sliced carrots in the honey mixture until evenly coated.
5. Spread the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
7. Remove from the oven and garnish with additional thyme if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
For deeper flavor, try substituting maple syrup for honey.
Slice the carrots evenly to ensure uniform roasting and caramelization.
Reheat leftovers in the oven or air fryer to preserve texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx.)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: roasted carrots, honey glazed carrots, holiday side dish