Herb Roasted Carrots Recipe

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Overhead picture of honey roasted carrots in a white bowl with rosemary.

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Herb Roasted Carrots Recipe

Fresh herbs and a touch of honey come together perfectly in this easy Herb Roasted Carrots recipe. You don't have to choose sweet or savory with this easy side dish.

Prep Time10

Cook Time25

Total Time35

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Author: London Brazil

Ingredients

2 lbs. carrots peeled and cut into ¼-inch x 3-inch long pieces
2 Tbsp. oil olive or avocado
2 Tbsp. honey*
½ tsp. rosemary fresh, finely chopped
½ tsp. thyme fresh, finely chopped
½ tsp. salt to taste
Parsley optional

Instructions

Season the Carrots: Preheat oven to 400°F. Combine oil, honey, herbs, and salt in a medium bowl. Whisk to combine. Place carrots in a large bowl and add honey-herb sauce. Toss until well combined.
2 lbs. carrots, 2 Tbsp. oil, 2 Tbsp. honey*, ½ tsp. rosemary, ½ tsp. thyme, ½ tsp. salt
Roast in the Oven: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Spread carrots out evenly on sheet. Bake in preheated oven for 24-28 minutes. Top with fresh parsley and enjoy!
Parsley

Notes

Use maple syrup or agave nectar to make this recipe vegan.
Feel free to substitute with ¼ teaspoon dried herbs instead of the fresh.
If using whole carrots, cook them at 400 degrees for 40-50 minutes.

Prep-Ahead Instructions:

Feel free to slice the carrots a day or two early, simply leave them in the fridge until you're ready to cook.

Storage Directions:

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Or, freeze these carrots in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 to 6 months. You can warm these back up in the oven, a skillet, or in the microwave.

Recipe Tips

Choose whole. Avoid using the bag of baby carrots as these have less flavor. The best carrots to use are whole.
Pay attention. Your cook time will vary depending on whether you're using whole or sliced carrots.
You pick. Peeling carrots is optional but it does give them a better texture.
Make it work. Change up the flavors by using a different sweetener or experimenting with other herbs and spices.
Add some color. A sprinkle of fresh herbs, such as parsley, rosemary, thyme, or cilantro, gives this best roasted carrots recipe a beautiful pop of color before serving!