Description
Honey Balsamic Roasted Carrots are a simple yet elegant side dish featuring tender, caramelized carrots coated in a sweet and tangy honey-balsamic glaze. Finished with crumbled goat cheese, this dish is a perfect balance of flavors — ideal for both weeknight dinners and holiday feasts.
Ingredients
1 lb carrots, washed & peeled (or unpeeled)
1 tbsp avocado oil (or olive oil)
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar, divided
2 tbsp honey, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp dried thyme
¼ tsp salt
Cracked black pepper, to taste
¼ cup goat cheese, crumbled (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice both ends off the carrots and cut them on the bias into 1½-inch pieces. Slice any thick carrots lengthwise.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and avocado oil.
- Pour the mixture over the carrots in a large bowl, then add garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Transfer the carrots to the prepared baking sheet using a slotted spoon, reserving leftover glaze.
- Roast for 20–25 minutes, brushing the carrots with the reserved glaze during the last 5–10 minutes.
- Whisk together the remaining 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar and 1 tbsp honey, drizzle over roasted carrots, and toss gently.
- Top with crumbled goat cheese before serving, if desired.
Notes
Swap thyme for rosemary or oregano for a flavor variation.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
For a festive touch, mix in dried cranberries or raisins after roasting.
Use feta or Parmesan instead of goat cheese, or skip for a dairy-free version.
To make them crispier, avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
