🥕 Roasted Carrots with Thyme and Honey
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These roasted carrots with thyme and honey are the perfect blend of sweet and savory — tender on the inside, caramelized on the edges, and lightly infused with earthy thyme. They make a beautiful and simple side dish for any dinner table, from weeknight meals to holiday feasts.These roasted carrots with thyme and honey are the perfect blend of sweet and savory — tender on the inside, caramelized on the edges, and lightly infused with earthy thyme. They make a beautiful and simple side dish for any dinner table, from weeknight meals to holiday feasts.
Equipment You May Need
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Rimmed sheet pan (13×18) – for even roasting and caramelized edges
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Parchment paper – easy cleanup and prevents sticking
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Large mixing bowl – to toss carrots with oil, honey, and thyme
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Measuring spoons – for the honey, oil, salt, and spices
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Vegetable peeler – to quickly peel carrots
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Chef’s knife + cutting board – for trimming and halving thicker carrots
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Silicone spatula or tongs – for tossing and flipping halfway through
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Small saucepan (optional) – to melt butter or gently warm honey for drizzling
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Oven mitts – safety first!
🧂 Ingredients
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2 lbs fresh carrots, peeled and trimmed (cut thick ones in half lengthwise)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp honey
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1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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Optional: 1 tbsp butter (for extra richness)
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Optional garnish: extra thyme sprigs or a drizzle of honey before serving
🍯 Instructions
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Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
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Prepare the carrots: Place carrots on the baking sheet in a single layer. Drizzle with olive oil and honey. Sprinkle thyme, salt, and pepper evenly over the top. Toss until everything is well coated.
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Roast to perfection: Roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until carrots are tender and slightly caramelized at the edges.
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Add optional butter glaze: For an extra glossy finish, toss the hot carrots with a tablespoon of butter right before serving.
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Serve and enjoy: Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs and a drizzle of warm honey.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
These roasted carrots pair beautifully with:
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Roasted chicken, pork tenderloin, or beef roast
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Mashed potatoes or rice pilaf
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Other veggie sides like green beans or roasted Brussels sprouts
💡 Expert Tips
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Use heirloom or rainbow carrots for a colorful presentation.
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Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice right before serving to balance the sweetness.
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Double the recipe for larger gatherings — they disappear fast!
🧺 Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven until warmed through for best texture.
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🥕 Roasted Carrots with Thyme and Honey
Equipment
- Rimmed Sheet Pan 13 X 18 for roasting and caramelized edges
- Parchment Paper easy cleanup and prevents sticking
- large mixing bowl to toss carrots with oil, honey, and thyme
- measuring spoons for the honey, oil, salt and spices.
- Vegetable Peeler to quickly peel the carrots
- Chef's Knife and Cutting Board for trimming and halving thicker carrots
- Small saucepan to melt butter or gently warm honey for drizzling
- oven mitts
Ingredients
- 2 lbs fresh carrots peeled and trimmed (cut thick ones in half lengthwise)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves or ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional: 1 tbsp butter for extra richness
- Optional garnish: extra thyme sprigs or a drizzle of honey before serving
Instructions
- Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Place carrots on the baking sheet in a single layer. Drizzle with olive oil and honey. Sprinkle thyme, salt, and pepper evenly over the top. Toss until everything is well coated.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until carrots are tender and slightly caramelized at the edges.
- For an extra glossy finish, toss the hot carrots with a tablespoon of butter right before serving.
- Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs and a drizzle of warm honey.