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honey balsamic roasted carrots in a bowl

Honey Balsamic Roasted Carrots

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 96kcal
Author: Becky Hardin - The Cookie Rookie
Carrots are coated in a honey balsamic sauce and oven-roasted to make this flavorful side dish.
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Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs baby carrots rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons good quality balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey plus more for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt pepper, and fresh parsley to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400F. Spray a small/medium baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • In a medium sized bowl, whisk together the honey, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil.
  • Toss the carrots in the balsamic mixture and coat well.
  • Place carrots in baking dish and pour any remaining sauce over the carrots.
  • Bake for 40 minutes, stirring once, until tender and carmelized.
  • Remove from oven and drizzle with more honey.
  • Garnish with salt, pepper, and parsley to taste

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Notes

  • Roast the carrots on either a greased on line baking sheet so that they don't stick.
  • Use a good quality balsamic vinegar for the best flavor.
  • Use a fork to check that the carrots are done, they should be tender.

Nutrition

Calories: 96kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 89mg | Potassium: 274mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 15640IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg