Roasted Honey & Rosemary Carrots
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Description
Sweet and savory roasted carrots tossed in honey and rosemary. A simple side dish perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs (907 g) carrots
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary
- Kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine chopped carrots, olive oil, honey, and rosemary. Stir well to combine.
- Place carrots onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil, or a baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray.
- Sprinkle carrots with kosher salt.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, then turn the carrots and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until well done.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- To prevent sticking, use a parchment-lined baking sheet or lightly grease the pan with oil.
- For a more intense rosemary flavor, finely chop the rosemary before adding it to the carrots.
- Leftover roasted carrots can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheated gently in the microwave or oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 2
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the honey affect the roasting time for the carrots?
Honey contains sugar that caramelizes quickly, so watch the carrots in the last 10 minutes of roasting. If they start to brown too fast, tent the pan loosely with foil to prevent burning while the carrots finish cooking through.
Should I peel the carrots before roasting them with honey and rosemary?
Peeling is optional. Thin-skinned young carrots can go straight into the oven scrubbed clean, while larger, older carrots benefit from peeling since the skin can be tough and bitter after roasting. 
When should I add the rosemary to avoid it burning in the oven?
Fresh rosemary can scorch at high heat, so add it halfway through roasting or toss it with the carrots during the last 10 minutes. Dried rosemary is more forgiving and can go on at the start.
