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A rustic white bowl filled with roasted carrots glazed in honey and sprinkled with fresh thyme, set on a linen napkin on a wooden farmhouse table beside a honey dipper.

🥕 Roasted Carrots with Thyme and Honey

These Roasted Carrots with Thyme and Honey are a simple yet elegant side dish that brings together the natural sweetness of carrots with the earthy aroma of fresh thyme and a drizzle of golden honey. Roasted until tender and caramelized, they’re the perfect balance of sweet and savory — a beautiful addition to any meal, from Sunday dinners to holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
40 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 135 kcal

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.

Notes

Nutritional values provided are estimates only and are calculated based on general nutritional data for the listed ingredients. Actual values may vary depending on the specific brands, measurements, and preparation methods used. For precise dietary information, please consult a registered dietitian or use a verified nutrition calculator with the exact ingredients you use.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 135kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1.3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.8gMonounsaturated Fat: 5.5gSodium: 220mgPotassium: 430mgFiber: 3.5gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 16800IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.6mg
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