Gotta Love These Carrots
Delight your taste buds with *Gotta Love These Carrots*, a vibrant and flavorful side dish that's as easy to make as it is delicious. This recipe takes humble carrots and transforms them into a show-stopping dish with a luscious glaze of honey, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil, perfectly balanced with aromatic garlic and fresh thyme. Roasted to tender perfection in just 25 minutes, these carrots boast a lightly caramelized finish that pairs beautifully with any meal. Whether you're looking to elevate your weeknight dinner or impress guests at your next gathering, this crowd-pleasing recipe is sure to be a hit. Keywords: roasted carrots, honey balsamic carrots, easy side dish, oven-roasted vegetables, healthy carrot recipe.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Step 2
Wash and peel the carrots. Trim the ends and slice them diagonally into approximately 1/2-inch thick pieces to ensure even cooking.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Whisk the mixture until well combined.
Step 4
Add the carrot slices to the bowl and toss them until they are evenly coated with the mixture.
Step 5
Spread the carrots out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring there’s enough space between them for even roasting.
Step 6
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the carrots for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
Step 7
Remove from the oven and transfer the roasted carrots to a serving dish. Garnish with additional fresh thyme, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 103.4 grams (103.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 353 |
| Total Fat 28.10g | 36% |
| Saturated Fat 4.40g | 22% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1207mg | 52% |
| Total Carbohydrate 25.20g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.20g | 4% |
| Total Sugars 20.90g | |
| Protein 0.90g | 2% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 32mg | 2% |
| Iron 1mg | 5% |
| Potassium 171mg | 4% |
Source of Calories