Description
Whole Roasted Carrots are a simple yet elegant side dish that can elevate any meal. These vibrant, tender carrots are roasted to perfection, highlighting their natural sweetness and creating a delightful caramelized exterior. With just five easy-to-find ingredients, this quick recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. In approximately 30 minutes, you can serve up these beautiful carrots that not only taste amazing but also add a pop of color to your plate.
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
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash and peel the carrots. If using larger carrots, halve them as necessary to ensure even cooking.
- Toss the carrots in a mixing bowl with olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for about 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg