Honey Glazed Carrots
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Honey Glazed Carrots
Description
This recipe starts by peeling and cutting large carrots into uniform segments to ensure even cooking and proper caramelization. The glaze is a simple blend of extra virgin olive oil and honey combined with sea salt and black pepper, which lightly coats the carrot pieces. Baking the carrots in a single layer on parchment paper at 400°F allows them to roast evenly without steaming.
The high oven temperature encourages the natural sugars in the carrots and honey to caramelize, resulting in tender interiors with golden, slightly crispy exteriors. This enhances both the flavor and texture, making the carrots sweet and savory with a subtle peppery hint.
The finished carrots are garnished with fresh parsley, adding a vibrant touch and mild herbal aroma that complements the sweetness. These glazed carrots work well as a side dish for various meals, bringing color and natural sweetness to the plate.
Ensuring carrots are adequately spaced on the baking sheet prevents steaming, which can compromise the texture and color. Uniform cutting lengths help all pieces finish cooking simultaneously for the best outcome.
Ingredients
- 5-6 carrot large
- 2 Tablespoon honey
- 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the carrots. Wash and peel the carrots. Cut them into approximately 3-inch-long pieces. Slice each piece in half lengthwise, and if the halves are still too thick, slice them in half again to ensure even cooking.
- Make the glaze. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, sea salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Coat the carrots. Add the prepared carrots to the bowl and toss them in the honey-olive oil mixture, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated.
- Bake the carrots. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Spread the honey glazed carrots in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 400 F for about 30 minutes or until the carrots are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Garnish and serve. Sprinkle the honey roasted carrots with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Cut carrots into uniform 3-inch pieces and slice them to similar thickness to ensure even roasting.
- Spread carrots in a single layer on the baking sheet to avoid overcrowding and allow proper caramelization.
- Roast at 400°F to achieve tender carrots with golden, slightly caramelized edges.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 101 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 105g | |
| Calories | 101kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 354mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 302mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 15117IU | 302% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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