Honey Glazed Roasted Carrots (Printable Version)

Carrots roasted until caramelized, brushed with honey and thyme for a glossy, aromatic side.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 lbs (900 g) medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or left whole if thin

→ Glaze & Seasoning

02 - 3 tbsp olive oil
03 - 3 tbsp honey
04 - 1½ tbsp fresh thyme leaves (or 2 tsp dried thyme)
05 - 1 tsp sea salt
06 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (optional, for brightness)

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, thyme, salt, and pepper.
03 - Add the carrots to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the glaze.
04 - Spread the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the carrots are tender and lightly caramelized.
06 - Remove from the oven and drizzle with lemon juice if desired. Serve warm, garnished with additional thyme.

# Expert Pointers:

01 -
  • Carrots caramelize into a glossy sweet crust that tastes far fancier than the effort required
  • It uses just a few pantry staples and finishes in the time it takes to set the table
02 -
  • If the carrots are crowded they will steam so give them breathing room on the pan
  • A quick toss halfway through roasting ensures even caramelization and better texture
03 -
  • Trim carrots to similar sizes for even cooking
  • A quick broil for the last minute brings extra shine and darkens the edges without drying the interior
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