Description
These Balsamic Roasted Baby Carrots are a delightful side dish that’s both easy to make and full of flavor. The sweet and tangy balsamic glaze complements the natural sweetness of the baby carrots, creating a dish that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Balsamic Roasted Baby Carrots:
- 1 pound baby carrots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Glaze: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the Carrots: Add baby carrots to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the glaze.
- Roast the Carrots: Spread the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until caramelized and tender.
- Serve: Remove from oven, transfer to a serving dish, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of garlic powder or fresh rosemary before roasting.
- These carrots make a great accompaniment to roasted meats or as a side for vegetarian dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
