Honey Glazed Roasted Carrots Thyme (Printable)

Carrots roasted with honey and thyme create a glossy, savory-sweet side perfect for festive or everyday meals.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 pounds medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or left whole if thin

→ Glaze & Seasoning

02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 3 tablespoons honey
04 - 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves or 2 teaspoons dried thyme
05 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
06 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, optional

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, thyme, sea salt, and black pepper until combined.
03 - Add the carrots to the bowl and toss thoroughly to ensure even coating with the glaze.
04 - Spread the glazed carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Roast in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until carrots are tender and lightly caramelized.
06 - Remove from oven, drizzle with lemon juice if using, and garnish with additional thyme. Serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The glaze turns the carrots delectably sticky and golden, without any fussing on the stovetop.
  • The thyme lends woodsy freshness that makes every bite feel just a bit more special.
02 -
  • Once I tried crowding the carrots to fit them all on one sheet, but they steamed and lost that glorious caramelization.
  • A tiny bit of citrus at the end completely transformed the dish from sweet to complex and bright.
03 -
  • Don’t rush turning the carrots halfway through—this step gets every surface caramelized.
  • A little fresh thyme tossed on right at the end keeps the flavor vibrant and green.
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