Description
These Honey Balsamic Roasted Carrots are a delightful side dish that combines the sweetness of honey and balsamic vinegar with the earthy flavor of roasted carrots. Easy to make and full of flavor, these roasted carrots are sure to be a hit at your next meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Carrots:
Seasoning:
Garnish:
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Carrots: Place the carrots in a large bowl.
- Mix Seasoning: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pour over carrots and toss to coat.
- Roast Carrots: Spread carrots on the baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and caramelized.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from the oven, transfer to a serving dish, and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra depth of flavor, add a pinch of fresh thyme or rosemary before roasting.
- For a spicier kick, drizzle with chili flakes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 1/2 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
