Honey Balsamic Carrots

Elevate your side dish game with these irresistible Honey Balsamic Carrots, a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors! This easy-to-make recipe features tender roasted carrots caramelized to perfection with a glossy honey-balsamic glaze, infused with aromatics like garlic and fresh thyme for a gourmet touch. With just 10 minutes of prep and a handful of pantry staples, it's an effortless yet elegant addition to any dinner spread, whether you're serving a holiday feast or a quick weeknight meal. Bursting with color and flavor, these roasted carrots are not only delicious but also healthy, making them a versatile and crowd-pleasing side dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams carrots
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.

Step 2

Wash and peel the carrots. If they are large, slice them in half lengthwise. Try to create uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Place the carrots on the prepared baking sheet and pour the honey balsamic mixture over them. Toss to coat the carrots evenly.

Step 5

Arrange the carrots in a single layer on the baking sheet to ensure proper roasting.

Step 6

Roast the carrots in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping them halfway through cooking, until they are tender and slightly caramelized.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and transfer to a serving dish. Optionally, garnish with an extra sprinkle of fresh thyme.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	591.1 grams (591.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	560

Total Fat 29.20g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.50g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1536mg	67%
Total Carbohydrate 72.80g	26%
Dietary Fiber 14.40g	51%
Total Sugars 45.80g
Protein 5.40g	11%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 196mg	15%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 1716mg	37%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.7%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 50.6%