Balsamic Roasted Carrots
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Balsamic Roasted Carrots
Description
This recipe starts by slicing whole carrots lengthwise and tossing them with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, a drizzle of honey, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. After an initial roasting at high heat, the carrots are turned, coated again with honey and fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme, and returned to the oven to develop deeper caramelization.
The technique of soaking up residual pan liquids with a paper towel between roasts prevents steaming, encouraging a roasted texture and flavor. The final result is a mix of tender and slightly crisp carrot surfaces with a sweet, tangy glaze and herbal depth.
This side dish complements roasted meats or stands alone as a flavorful vegetable component. If using baby carrots, adjust roasting time accordingly. The recipe can also be adapted for air fryer cooking at lower temperature and shorter time.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrot whole, washed
- 1 Tablespoons olive oil , or avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper or more to taste, freshly ground
- 1 ½ Tablespoons balsamic vinegar , plain or flavor infused
- honey
- 1 teaspoon rosemary chopped, fresh
- ½ teaspoon thyme or 2 sprigs fresh thyme leaves, leaves removed, dried
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Remove stem from carrots and slice in half, lengthwise.*
- Arrange carrots on baking sheet and toss with oil, balsamic vinegar, a drizzle of honey, and salt and pepper.
- Roast for about 20 minutes, then remove from oven.
- Turn carrots making sure to coat in remaining drippings, drizzle a little more honey, rosemary and thyme over the top and toss to coat. Use a paper towel to soak up any residual fluids on the bottom of the pan allowing the carrots to roast instead of steam. Return to the oven for 20-30 more minutes, or until tender and caramelized.
Notes
- Choose carrots close in size for even roasting; cut larger carrots smaller as needed.
- Baby carrots require a shorter roasting time of about 18-20 minutes.
- To roast in an air fryer, cook at 400°F for 9-12 minutes.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 65 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 65kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 370mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 368mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 18947IU | 379% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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