Description
Sweet honey elevates this roasted carrots recipe from simple side dish to gourmet delight. Caramelized edges and golden hues promise a delectable experience you’ll savor with each bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (1 pound) carrots, about 1 large or 2 medium bunches, cut into 2-inch barrels
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 0.5 tsp sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage.
- Carrot Preparation: Thoroughly wash and dry carrots, removing any dirt or excess moisture with a clean kitchen towel.
- Seasoning: In a large mixing bowl, toss carrots with extra virgin olive oil, honey, kosher salt, and black pepper, ensuring an even, luxurious coating that will caramelize beautifully during roasting.
- Roasting Setup: Spread seasoned carrots in a single, uncrowded layer on the prepared baking sheet, allowing each carrot ample space for optimal browning and caramelization.
- Cooking Process: Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, rotating the pan midway to guarantee uniform cooking and developing rich, golden-brown edges while maintaining a tender interior.
- Finishing Touches: Remove carrots from the oven, checking doneness with a fork – they should be soft yet retain a slight resistance, then adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or a delicate honey drizzle to elevate the flavor profile.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the glazed carrots, adding a vibrant, herbaceous note before presenting the dish immediately for maximum taste and visual appeal.
Notes
- Carrot Quality Matters: Select firm, fresh carrots with smooth skin and vibrant color for the best roasting results.
- Moisture Removal Technique: Thoroughly pat carrots dry to prevent steaming and ensure crispy, caramelized edges during roasting.
- Even Coating Strategy: Gently toss carrots in oil and honey to guarantee uniform flavor distribution and consistent caramelization.
- Spacing Optimization: Spread carrots in a single layer without overcrowding to promote perfect roasting and prevent soggy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg