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Sweet and Spicy Roasted Carrots

These sweet and spicy roasted carrots take their sweet heat from honey and cayenne. Simple to make and perfectly lovely alongside just about anything.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 123 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 pounds carrots peeled and cut into sticks 3 inches (7 1/2 cm) long and 1/2 inch (12 mm) wide
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 to 2 limes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper or to taste

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Position 2 oven racks in the centermost positions. Line 2 rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl or on a baking sheet, combine the carrots, oil, and salt and toss to coat evenly. Divvy the carrots up between the baking sheets and spread them in a single layer. Roast the carrots, turning them once, until tender and lightly caramelized in spots, 25 to 30 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, if using the lime, finely grate the zest from a single lime and set it aside. Halve the lime and squeeze enough juice to measure 1 1/2 tablespoons, using a second lime if necessary.
  4. About 5 minutes before the carrots are done, in a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the honey, cayenne pepper, and lime zest and juice, if using, and stir just until hot and bubbly. Remove the pan from the oven, pour the honey mixture over the carrots, and turn them to coat well. Taste a carrot and, if needed, add more cayenne, salt, and/or lime juice as desired. Transfer the carrots to a warmed serving dish and serve right away.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1portion Calories 123kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 25g (8%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Monounsaturated Fat 2g Sodium 325mg (14%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 15g (30%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 123

% Daily Value*

Serving 1portion
Calories 123kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 25g 8%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 325mg 14%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 15g 30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.