Description

A simple yet elegant side dish featuring tender carrots roasted with a sweet and savory glaze of honey, butter, and fresh thyme. This recipe is easy to make, budget-friendly, and perfect for elevating any meal.

Ingredients

Scale

2 pounds large carrots, washed, trimmed, and cut into uniform batons
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Optional: Toasted pecans or walnuts for garnish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, honey, maple syrup, minced garlic, chopped thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Add the prepared carrots to the bowl and toss until evenly coated in the glaze.
Spread carrots in a single layer on the baking sheet, ensuring they are not crowded.
Roast for 20 minutes.
Remove from oven, flip carrots, and optionally brush with extra glaze.
Return to oven and roast for another 5-10 minutes until tender and caramelized.
Remove from oven and immediately drizzle with apple cider vinegar. Toss gently to distribute.
Taste and adjust salt if needed. Serve warm.

Notes

Ensure carrots are cut into uniform sizes for even cooking. Do not overcrowd the pan, as this will cause steaming instead of roasting. Fresh thyme is preferred over dried for better flavor. The apple cider vinegar adds a necessary tang to balance the sweetness.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
Calories: 120
Sugar: 14
Sodium: 180
Fat: 4
Saturated Fat: 2
Carbohydrates: 22
Fiber: 3
Protein: 1

Keywords: honey glazed carrots, roasted carrots, thyme carrots, easy side dish, vegetarian side, gluten-free side, holiday side dish, healthy vegetables