Glossy honey-glazed carrots, roasted with thyme, deliver tender sweetness for vibrant holiday meals.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 pounds medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or left whole if thin
→ Glaze & Seasoning
02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 3 tablespoons honey
04 - 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves or 2 teaspoons dried thyme
05 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
06 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, thyme, sea salt, and black pepper until well blended.
03 - Add the carrots to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat with the glaze.
04 - Spread the glazed carrots in a single layer across the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Roast in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, turning once halfway, until the carrots are tender and caramelized.
06 - Remove from the oven, drizzle with fresh lemon juice if desired, and garnish with additional thyme before serving warm.
