Description
Tender roasted carrots caramelized to perfection with a sweet touch of honey or maple syrup and a hint of warm spice for a bold and vibrant side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange the carrot sticks on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey or maple syrup, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the mixture over the carrots and toss until evenly coated.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer to ensure even roasting.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and caramelized at the edges.
- Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- Use maple syrup instead of honey for a vegan option.
- Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to promote caramelization.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice after roasting for extra brightness.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta or goat cheese on top for a creamy contrast.
- Reduce or omit cayenne pepper for a milder flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 170 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
