Description
Tender oven-roasted carrots glazed with honey and balsamic vinegar, caramelized until golden and finished with fresh thyme for a sweet and savory side dish that feels both comforting and elegant.
Ingredients
- Carrots: 900 grams, peeled and cut into even sticks
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons, for even roasting and richness
- Honey: 2 tablespoons, for natural sweetness and caramelization
- Balsamic Vinegar: 1 tablespoon, to balance the sweetness with gentle acidity
- Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon, for subtle savory depth
- Salt: 0.75 teaspoon, to enhance all flavors
- Black Pepper: 0.5 teaspoon, for mild warmth and balance
- Fresh Thyme: 1 teaspoon, finely chopped for a fresh finish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 220 degrees Celsius to ensure proper caramelization.
- Place the carrot sticks in a large mixing bowl, making sure they are evenly sized.
- Add olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, then toss until all carrots are evenly coated.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the carrots in a single layer.
- Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the carrots are tender with caramelized edges.
- Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle with fresh thyme before serving.
Notes
- Cut carrots evenly to ensure uniform roasting.
- Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to help the carrots caramelize properly.
- Flip the carrots halfway through cooking for even color on all sides.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven or a skillet to maintain texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: honey balsamic roasted carrots, roasted carrots side dish, easy carrot recipe, oven roasted vegetables, sweet savory carrots