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Tongs holding a roasted carrot on a red tray with rows of roasted multicolored carrots arranged neatly.
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Honey Roasted Carrots

Simple roasted carrots with honey and seasoning that turn into an easy side dish everyone reaches for.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 134kcal
Author: Laura

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb small carrots washed, trimmed, and dried
  • 3 tbsp avocado oil
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 3/4 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F
  • Lightly oil a rimmed baking sheet
  • Cut washed carrots in half lengthwise
    Assorted baby carrots in orange, purple, yellow, and white colors arranged on a green striped cloth.
  • Pat dry one more time and put in a large bowl
    A close-up of assorted baby carrots in orange, yellow, white, and purple colors piled in a white bowl.
  • In a small bowl whisk together the oil and honey
    A metal whisk in a glass bowl with egg whites, sugar, and poppy seeds.
  • Add the salt, pepper, and cinnamon and whisk together
    A metal whisk in a glass bowl mixes egg whites, sugar, and cinnamon.
  • Pour over the carrots and toss to coat evenly
    A metal whisk mixing a light brown liquid in a clear glass bowl.
  • Lay the carrots on the baking sheet in a single layer
    Rows of multicolored carrots—orange, yellow, white, and purple—arranged on a baking sheet, lightly coated with oil and ready for roasting.
  • Roast for 20 minutes
    Colorful carrot slices, including orange, purple, and yellow varieties, arranged in rows on a black baking tray ready for roasting.
  • Remove from the oven and turn the carrots over
  • Roast another 10 to 15 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized
    Rows of roasted multicolored carrots, sliced lengthwise, arranged on a dark baking sheet.

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Notes

  • Smaller carrots roast more evenly and caramelize better
  • make sure the carrots are a dry as possible
  • Roasting time may vary depending on carrot thickness
  • Serve warm for the best flavor

Nutrition

Serving: 1 Serving | Calories: 134kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 283mg | Potassium: 276mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 15639IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg