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Fresh Honey Lemon Glazed Roasted Baby Carrots with Thyme

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A quick and easy side dish featuring baby carrots roasted with a honey-lemon glaze and fresh thyme, delivering a perfect balance of sweetness and brightness.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound baby carrots, washed and trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons honey (raw or wildflower preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 medium lemon)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon kosher or sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and allow it to fully heat for at least 10 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine honey, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, lemon zest, thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well mixed.
  3. Add the baby carrots to the bowl and toss gently until each carrot is evenly coated with the glaze.
  4. Arrange the glazed carrots in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet, ensuring they are not crowded.
  5. Roast the carrots in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, flipping them gently with tongs halfway through at 10 minutes.
  6. Check for doneness; carrots should be tender and glossy with caramelized glaze. Roast an additional 3-5 minutes if more char is desired, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  7. Remove from oven, taste and adjust salt or lemon juice if needed, and serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh thyme sprigs.

Notes

Use smaller baby carrots for even roasting. Flip carrots halfway through roasting for even caramelization. Fresh lemon juice brightens the dish better than bottled. For vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup. Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 3 days; reheat gently to avoid sogginess.

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Keywords: honey glazed carrots, roasted baby carrots, lemon glazed carrots, thyme carrots, easy side dish, healthy vegetable side, quick roasted carrots

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