PrintSimple Oven Roasted Carrots
Learn how to make perfectly tender and caramelized oven roasted carrots with this easy recipe. A simple side dish that’s perfect for weeknights or holidays.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Total Time: 35 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into uniform pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1 tablespoon honey
- Optional: Fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the prepared carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-30 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and have caramelized edges. Flip them halfway through for even cooking.
- If using honey, drizzle it over the carrots during the last 5 minutes of roasting and toss to coat.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving, if desired.
Notes
- For sweeter carrots, choose younger, smaller ones.
- Ensure carrots are cut into similar sizes for even roasting.
- Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet; use two if necessary to allow for proper caramelization.
- This recipe is a great base for meal planning, easily adaptable to fit into a healthy eating plan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg