Description
Discover the delightful flavor of Honey Roasted Carrots with a Twist. This sweet and savory side dish features roasted carrots, honey, feta cheese, and walnuts, creating a flavorful experience that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and chop the carrots into 1-inch pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
- Add honey, olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper to the carrots, tossing until well coated.
- Spread the carrots on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with feta cheese and walnuts before serving warm.
Notes
- Add red pepper flakes for a bit of spice.
- Substitutions for walnuts include pecans or almonds.
- A balsamic glaze gives an extra layer of sweetness.
- For variations in herbs, you can use rosemary or sage.
- For a vegan version, omit feta or use a vegan alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Honey Roasted Carrots, Sweet Honey Carrots, Honey Glazed Carrots, Roasted Carrots with Feta, Carrots Recipe