Description
These Honey Garlic Roasted Baby Carrots are a delicious and easy vegetable side dish that’s perfect for any meal. The sweet and savory flavors of honey and garlic pair perfectly with tender roasted baby carrots, creating a dish that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Baby Carrots:
1 pound baby carrots
Olive Oil Mixture:
2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons honey, 2 garlic cloves (minced), ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon dried thyme or parsley (optional)
Garnish:
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare the olive oil mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme if using. Add the baby carrots and toss until well coated.
- Roast the carrots: Spread the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until carrots are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from oven and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, squeeze a little lemon juice over the roasted carrots before serving.
- You can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a sweet-and-spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
