Roasted Honey-Garlic Smashed Carrots
A delightful side dish of tender smashed carrots roasted with honey and garlic, perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb carrots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and peel the carrots, then cut them in half lengthwise.
- Place the carrots on a baking sheet, spreading them out.
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture over the carrots and toss to coat them evenly.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and gently smash each carrot with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.
Notes
Choose fresh, firm carrots for the best flavor. Adjust honey for sweetness preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg