Description
Whole roasted carrots are a vibrant and flavorful side dish that can elevate any meal. With their sweet, caramelized edges and stunning colors, these carrots are sure to impress at your dinner table. Perfect for both everyday meals and special occasions, they are easy to prepare and pair well with various dishes. Get ready to savor the delightful crunch and natural sweetness of this simple yet delicious recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb whole carrots, preferably firm and bright
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash the whole carrots thoroughly under running water, pat dry, and trim the tops while leaving some greens.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- If desired, drizzle honey over the seasoned carrots and add fresh herbs.
- Spread the carrots on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, until tender and lightly caramelized.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 115g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg