Description
Whole Roasted Carrots are a delightful and visually stunning side dish that effortlessly enhances any meal. With their natural sweetness brought out through roasting, these tender carrots become caramelized and flavorful, making them an ideal accompaniment for both casual weeknight dinners and festive holiday feasts. Made with just five simple ingredients, this easy recipe can be ready in about 30 minutes, allowing you to enjoy the rich, earthy flavors of roasted vegetables without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound small, firm carrots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash and peel the carrots; cut large ones in half lengthwise to ensure even cooking.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the prepared carrots with olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the carrots on the baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20-30 minutes, turning once until tender and caramelized.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sides
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg