Honey Glazed Roasted Carrots Thyme (Printable)

Carrots roasted with honey and thyme deliver a sweet, savory, aromatic dish ideal for special occasions.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 lbs medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or left whole if thin

→ Glaze & Seasoning

02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 3 tablespoons honey
04 - 1½ tablespoons fresh thyme leaves or 2 teaspoons dried thyme
05 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
06 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, optional for serving

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.
03 - Add the carrots to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat with the glaze.
04 - Spread the glazed carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until carrots are tender and caramelized.
06 - Remove from oven and optionally drizzle with lemon juice. Serve warm, garnished with additional thyme.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The honey glaze brings out the natural sweetness of the carrots in a way that's both subtle and irresistible.
  • It's as easy as tossing everything together and letting the oven do most of the work, yet the result looks and tastes special enough for company.
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  • Roasting the carrots too close together prevents them from caramelizing—they end up steaming instead, which I learned after my first soggy batch.
  • Swapping honey for maple syrup makes the dish vegan and brings a deeper, almost smoky sweetness.
03 -
  • Parchment paper helps with caramelization and keeps the honey from burning too quickly on the tray.
  • Toss the carrots thoroughly in the glaze so every bite is flavorful—it's the step that separates ordinary from standout.
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