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Easy Delicious Honey Glazed Carrots with Fresh Thyme

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A quick and easy recipe for honey glazed carrots with fresh thyme that delivers a sweet, savory, and aromatic side dish perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 grams) carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or baby carrots
  • 2 tablespoons honey (mild-flavored like clover or wildflower)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, stripped from stems
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon kosher or sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Peel and cut about 1 pound (450 grams) of carrots into uniform sticks, roughly 3 inches long and about ½ inch thick. If using baby carrots, rinse and pat dry.
  3. Strip the fresh thyme leaves from the stems and measure about 2 teaspoons.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the carrots, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 tablespoons honey, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
  5. Spread the carrots out in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
  6. Roast in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, turning the carrots gently halfway through (around 12 minutes) to ensure even caramelization.
  7. Five minutes before the end of roasting, sprinkle the fresh thyme leaves evenly over the carrots and return to the oven.
  8. Remove from the oven and drizzle with 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice if desired.
  9. Give the carrots a final gentle toss and transfer to a serving dish.

Notes

Use fresh thyme for the best flavor; dried thyme can be substituted but use less and add earlier in cooking. Smaller carrots are preferred for tenderness and sweetness. Toss carrots well to ensure even coating. Turn carrots halfway through roasting to prevent burning. For vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat gently in a skillet to maintain glaze.

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Keywords: honey glazed carrots, fresh thyme, roasted carrots, easy side dish, healthy vegetables, quick carrot recipe

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