Honey Balsamic Glazed Carrots Recipe
Carrots finally get their glow-up, darling—because tossing them in balsamic and calling it a side dish is basically culinary contouring.
This recipe transforms boring orange sticks into glossy, sweet, tangy jewels that make you look like a kitchen goddess with minimal effort.
No one needs to know you didn’t slave over them—just smile and let everyone think you’re basically Julia Child’s cooler granddaughter.
The glaze clings beautifully, the texture stays tender, and yes, it pairs with literally everything except your last bad date.
Serve these carrots proudly, and pretend healthy food has always been this glamorous.
Honey Balsamic Glazed Carrots Recipe
Tender roasted carrots coated in a sticky balsamic glaze with natural sweetness, making a chic and easy vegan side dish.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Toss carrots in the glaze until evenly coated.
- Spread carrots on baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and caramelized.
- Remove, drizzle remaining glaze, and sprinkle fresh thyme before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 95
- Total Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin A: 210%
- Vitamin C: 12%
- Potassium: 15%
- Iron: 6%
- Vitamin K: 20%
Additional Notes & Tips
- Add a pinch of smoked paprika for a deeper flavor kick.
- Use rainbow carrots for extra color drama.
- Double the glaze if you love saucy sides.
