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Easy Roasted Baby Carrots

Roasted baby carrots are the perfect side dish and are so easy to prepare with a simple seasoning blend of pantry staples. My recipe is kid-friendly and takes only 10 minutes to prepare before popping it in the oven!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Resting Time5 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Calories: 180kcal
Author: Samantha Erb

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds baby carrots washed and patted dry
  • 3 tablespoons butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and line a large baking sheet with foil.
  • Wash and pat dry the carrots, then place them in a large bowl. Slice any thick ones in half lengthwise for even cooking.
  • Combine the butter, olive oil, honey, and the seasonings in a small bowl then toss the carrots thoroughly in the glaze.
  • Spread the carrots in a single layer on the lined baking sheet. Be sure not to overcrowd the pan.
  • Bake the carrots for 25–30 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time.
  • They're ready when they are fork-tender. Optional: For extra caramelization, broil them for 2–3 minutes until they are golden brown. Watch them carefully to prevent burning.

Notes

  • Line the pan with foil for an easy clean-up! It keeps the recipe extra simple.
  • Be sure not to overcrowd the pan. Packing too many carrots onto the baking tray will cause the veggies to steam instead of roast.
  • Don’t skip the flip! Flipping the carrots halfway through the cooking time will help them tenderize evenly.
  • For extra caramelization, broil the carrots for 2 to 3 minutes at the end, watching them closely so they don’t burn.
  • If some carrots are noticeably thicker, slicing the thicker ones in half lengthwise will help with even cooking.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat leftovers in the oven at 350 degrees F for about 8 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 552mg | Potassium: 383mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 21111IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 2mg