
Why You’ll Love These Carrots
These roasted carrots are a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, making them a standout side dish for any meal. Even the pickiest eaters might find themselves reaching for seconds!
- Flavorful Glaze: A harmonious mix of honey, fresh ginger, soy sauce, and brown sugar creates a rich, sticky glaze.
- Easy Preparation: Simple ingredients and straightforward steps make this recipe accessible for cooks of all levels.
- Versatile Presentation: Whether using whole carrots for an elegant look or baby carrots for convenience, this dish adapts to your needs.
- Crowd-Pleaser: A great addition to holiday feasts or weeknight dinners, these carrots pair well with a variety of main courses.
Honey Ginger Roasted Carrots
These sweet and savory carrots are roasted in a honey, ginger, brown sugar and soy sauce glaze.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 282kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots peeled (whole or cut into pieces–larger carrots may need to be halved lengthwise)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1-2 teaspoons fresh grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, ginger, soy sauce, garlic, brown sugar and salt and pepper. Toss carrots with glaze (in a large bowl, or right on the foil-lined pan).
- Bake for 15-25 minutes (depending on the size of your carrots), turning and stirring once during cooking, until carrots are tender. If desired, sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 282kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Sodium: 368mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 24g
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For almost nine years my youngest has claimed he doesn’t like carrots, until he tried these Honey Ginger Roasted carrots. I’m right there with him. This is now my absolute favorite way to cook carrots!
Recipe Tips
- Line Your Pan: To make cleanup easier, line your baking sheet with foil and spray it with non-stick cooking spray. The glaze can be quite sticky!
- Adjust Cooking Time: Depending on the size of your carrots, cooking times may vary. Check for tenderness by piercing with a fork.
- Stir Midway: Turn the carrots halfway through roasting to ensure even caramelization.
- Garnish Thoughtfully: A sprinkle of sesame seeds or chopped fresh herbs like parsley can add a nice finishing touch.
Storage & Reheating
- Storage: Place any leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Warm in the oven at 350°F until heated through, or microwave in short intervals, stirring occasionally.
Variations
- Spice It Up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha to the glaze for a spicy twist.
- Citrus Zest: Incorporate a bit of orange or lemon zest into the glaze for a fresh, citrusy note.
- Herb Infusion: Mix in chopped fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for added depth of flavor.
- Nutty Addition: Sprinkle toasted chopped nuts, such as almonds or pecans, over the finished dish for extra texture.
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20 comments
Elizabeth Mulgrew
My son complimented these carrots, and he is picky. Super simple too. Mine needed a little longer too – about 30 to 35 minutes with the larger pieces cut in half.
Kathy Czachura
OMG, I made this side dish for the 4th of July BBQ, it was a hit so YUMMY, will be making again soon……. I am a fan of “JUST A PINCH RECIPE BOX,”You should think about adding the “Recipe Box Plugin*” link to you website posts. It is a great way to retrieve favorite recipes and share them, their folders are a great organized resource.
NBH
I LOVED THIS! This is definitely going to become a staple recipe for me, it was so easy and extremely delicious. The second time I used this recipe, I roasted broccoli in addition to the carrots, and I also used this sauce to cook chicken in a skillet and it tasted just like sesame chicken.
Danelle
Thank you so much! Broccoli is a great idea!