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Irresistible Honey Garlic Roasted Carrots

These roasted carrots combine the delightful sweetness of honey with aromatic garlic, resulting in a tender, caramelized side dish that's perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons honey plus extra for drizzling
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish
  • to taste fresh thyme or parsley for garnishing

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Peel and slice the carrots into 1/2-inch rounds.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  4. Add the sliced carrots to the bowl and toss until they are fully coated in the mixture.
Roasting
  1. Arrange the carrots in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through for even browning.
  3. Once roasted, remove the carrots from the oven and drizzle them with extra honey.
  4. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at a low temperature or in the microwave until warmed through.