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Honey Balsamic Roasted Carrots

Honey Balsamic Roasted Carrots That Will Steal the Show

Delight in the sweet and tangy Honey Balsamic Roasted Carrots, a perfect side dish that elevates any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Carrots
  • 1 pound Carrots Opt for baby carrots for easy prep.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil can be used if preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Can substitute with maple syrup for vegan option.
For the Glaze
  • 3 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Red wine vinegar can work too—just add more honey.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic offers a bolder flavor twist.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Sea salt is highly recommended.
  • ¼ teaspoon Pepper Use freshly ground black pepper.
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Substitutes include fresh thyme or toasted sesame seeds.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Peel the carrots and cut them into evenly-sized sticks, about 1-inch thick.
  3. Whisk together olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until well combined.
  4. Add the carrot sticks to the bowl and toss gently in the glaze until fully coated.
  5. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and evenly spread the glazed carrot sticks in a single layer.
  6. Roast the carrots in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through.
  7. Remove the sheet from the oven, transfer carrots to a serving dish, and sprinkle with fresh parsley to garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 230mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 18400IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure all carrot sticks are cut to similar sizes for uniform cooking. For best flavor, serve warm.

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