Description
Hot Honey Glazed Carrots are a vibrant and irresistible side dish that combines the natural sweetness of fresh carrots with a spicy honey glaze. Roasted to perfection, these tender carrots deliver an exciting flavor experience that complements any meal, from casual family dinners to festive gatherings. The delightful balance of sweet and heat makes them a showstopper at the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh medium-sized carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 3 tbsp hot honey (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine hot honey and olive oil; mix well.
- Add carrot pieces, season with salt and black pepper, and toss until evenly coated.
- Spread the carrots on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized, tossing halfway through for even cooking.
- Garnish with fresh thyme before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately ½ cup (100g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg