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Honey Roasted Carrots

Delicious Honey Roasted Carrots That Wow Your Taste Buds

These Honey Roasted Carrots are a vibrant and flavorful dish that elevates any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Carrots
  • 1 pound Rainbow Carrots Substitute with any colorful variety.
  • 2 tablespoons Oil Olive oil or neutral oil works great.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt or kosher salt can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Fresh cracked black pepper enhances flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Use vegan butter for a dairy-free option.
  • 3 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 leaves Dried Bay Leaves Remove before serving.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Cloves Fresh garlic is preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Always opt for fresh lemon juice.
Gremolata Topping (Optional)
  • 1/4 cup Carrot Greens or Parsley Cilantro can be an exciting substitute.
  • 1/3 cup Almonds Alternative options include walnuts or pecans.
  • 1 clove Garlic Clove Roasted garlic provides a milder option.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Lime juice can be an interesting alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Oil Consider lemon-infused oil for flavor.

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Honey Roasted Colorful Carrots
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wash and peel the rainbow carrots. Cut into uniform 1 to 2 inch pieces.
  3. Toss carrots with oil, salt, and pepper until coated. Arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  4. Dot with butter and drizzle honey over the carrots.
  5. Add dried bay leaves and garlic cloves, then squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything.
  6. Roast for 30–35 minutes, turning halfway through until tender and caramelized.
  7. For gremolata, mix chopped carrot greens or parsley, almonds, minced garlic, lemon juice, and oil.
  8. Remove bay leaves and garlic, sprinkle gremolata on carrots before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 11000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Caramelization is key to perfect Honey Roasted Carrots. Adjust honey based on your sweetness preference.

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