Description
These Brown Sugar Roasted Carrots are the perfect side dish, offering a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors. The brown sugar caramelizes in the oven, giving the carrots a beautiful golden hue and rich taste.
Ingredients
- Carrots (peeled and cut into sticks or rounds)
- Olive oil
- Brown sugar (packed)
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare the Carrots:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel and cut the carrots into sticks or rounds, depending on your preference.
Season the Carrots:
- In a large bowl, toss the carrots with olive oil, brown sugar, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- If using, add fresh thyme for extra flavor.
Roast the Carrots:
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until the carrots are tender and caramelized.
Serve:
- Remove from the oven, garnish with extra thyme if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For added flavor, drizzle a little balsamic vinegar over the carrots before serving.
- You can also substitute maple syrup for brown sugar for a different sweetness.
- These carrots can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0g