Simple Roasted Carrots
Easy, caramelized roasted carrots with a golden finish, perfect for weeknights or holiday meals.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Total Time: 35 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1 tablespoon honey
- Optional: 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- On a large baking sheet, toss the cut carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
- If using, drizzle honey over the carrots during the last 5 minutes of roasting and toss to coat.
- Sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving, if desired.
Notes
- For extra sweetness, consider adding a drizzle of honey in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Thyme and rosemary pair well with roasted carrots.
- Ensure carrots are in a single layer for even roasting and caramelization.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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