Roasted Carrots Honey Glaze (Printable)

Tender roasted carrots coated in a glossy honey glaze, finished with fresh herbs for a flavorful side.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or left whole if thin

→ Glaze

02 - 2 tbsp honey
03 - 2 tbsp olive oil
04 - 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
05 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
06 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish

07 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
08 - 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, melted butter, salt, and pepper until well combined.
03 - Add the carrots to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the glaze mixture.
04 - Spread the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
05 - Roast for 20-25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until carrots are tender and caramelized at the edges.
06 - Transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped parsley and sesame seeds if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The natural sweetness of carrots intensifies in the oven, while the honey glaze creates restaurant-worthy caramelization in just 25 minutes
  • These are equally at home beside a weeknight chicken or as part of an impressive holiday spread
02 -
  • Crowding the baking sheet will steam instead of roast, so use two sheets if needed
  • The glaze can burn quickly, so set a timer to check the carrots at the 15 minute mark
03 -
  • Maple syrup works as a one-to-one substitute if you want a slightly different flavor profile or need to make it vegan
  • Use vegan butter instead of regular butter to keep this recipe dairy-free without sacrificing the rich glaze

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