Roasted Carrots Honey Thyme (Printable)

Enjoy sweet, caramelized carrots glazed with honey and fresh thyme for a vibrant, flavorful side dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1½ lbs carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or rounds

→ Seasonings & Oil

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tbsp honey
04 - 1 tsp sea salt
05 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Fresh Herbs

06 - 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves, plus extra for garnish

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place the carrots on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and honey.
03 - Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and fresh thyme leaves. Toss to coat evenly and spread out in a single layer.
04 - Roast in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until carrots are tender and caramelized around the edges.
05 - Transfer to a serving platter, garnish with additional thyme, and serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They taste like candy but feel like a vegetable, which means you can eat an entire pan without guilt.
  • The thyme whispers in the background, making everything feel intentional and cooked-for rather than thrown together.
  • One pan, minimal effort, and your table suddenly looks like you know what you're doing.
02 -
  • Overcrowding the pan is the most common mistake—carrots need space to brown, not sweat in their own steam.
  • The honey will caramelize and potentially burn if your oven runs hot; if you notice blackening before the carrots are tender, cover loosely with foil for the last few minutes.
03 -
  • Use carrots that are similar in size so everything finishes at the same time; if your pieces vary wildly, cut larger ones smaller.
  • Don't skip the halfway stir—it ensures even browning and prevents any from burning while others stay pale.

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