Easy Balsamic Roasted Carrots - Tastes Better From Scratch (original) (raw)
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_These honey Balsamic Roasted Carrots are my favorite way to elevate this simple veggie to restaurant quality. They are flavorful, easy, and can be served with practically any entrée!
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Why I love these roasted carrots:
- Simple Elegance – These are the best roasted carrots that are so simple to make, inexpensive, and have a delicious flavor that's different than others.
- Easy – Just a few minutes to prep then they can be roasting in the oven while you make your dinner.
- Versatile – Serve these balsamic carrots with practically anything! I love to eat it with Prime Rib, Meatloaf, Chicken Casserole, and always my Thanksgiving Turkey!
How to make Balsamic Roasted Carrots:
Prep Carrots: Remove stem from carrots (optional–If they have long green stems, I think they look pretty!)) then slice in half, lengthwise.
Flavor: Arrange carrots on baking sheet then toss with oil, balsamic vinegar, a drizzle of honey, and salt and pepper.
Roast for about 20 minutes, then remove from oven. Turn carrots to coat in remaining drippings, drizzle a little more honey, rosemary and thyme over the top then toss.
Finish: Use a paper towel to soak up any residual fluids on the bottom of the pan then return to oven for 20-30 more minutes, or until roasted carrots are tender and caramelized.
Serve With:
▢ 2 pounds carrots, , whole, washed
▢ 1 Tablespoons olive oil, , or avocado oil
▢ 1 teaspoon kosher salt
▢ ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, , or more to taste
▢ 1 ½ Tablespoons balsamic vinegar, , plain or flavor infused
▢ honey
▢ 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, , chopped
▢ ½ teaspoon dried thyme, , or 2 sprigs fresh thyme leaves, leaves removed
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.
Carrots: You want all the carrots to be similar size and thickness, so they cook evenly. If any carrots are extra large/thick, cut them in quarters, or very thin carrots may be left whole. For baby carrots, roast for 18-20 minutes.
Air Fryer Roasted Carrots: Cook at 400 degrees for 9-12 minutes
Calories: 65kcal, Carbohydrates: 11g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 2g, Saturated Fat: 0.3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 370mg, Potassium: 368mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 6g, Vitamin A: 18947IU, Vitamin C: 7mg, Calcium: 40mg, Iron: 0.5mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Published November 7, 2023
Lauren Allen
Welcome! I’m Lauren, a mom of four and lover of good food. Here you’ll find easy recipes and weeknight meal ideas made with real ingredients, with step-by-step photos and videos.