Honey Roasted Carrots with Thyme Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Honey Roasted Carrots with Thyme Recipe is a delightful side dish that brings out the natural sweetness of carrots, enhanced by the rich flavor of honey and aromatic thyme. It’s a perfect addition to your Thanksgiving Recipe lineup, providing a colorful and tasty complement to any holiday meal.

The preparation is simple, making it easy to include this dish in your festive gatherings. With just a few ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a dish that impresses your guests.

Simple Honey Roasted Carrots with Thyme

These honey roasted carrots are glazed with honey and sprinkled with fresh thyme, resulting in a sweet and savory flavor profile. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 pound baby carrots or regular carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the Carrots: In a large bowl, combine the carrots, honey, olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss until the carrots are evenly coated.
Roast the Carrots: Spread the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and caramelized, stirring halfway through for even cooking.
Serve: Remove from the oven and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with additional thyme if desired and serve warm.