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• Serving Ideas
• Recipe Reviews

I Can’t Stop Eating These Honey Roasted Carrots

If you’re looking for a simple, healthy side dish and craving something a little sweet, my favorite honey roasted carrots are here for you. I was making them nonstop because my youngest keeps asking for them, and now I can’t stop eating them. Here’s why:

• Perfectly tender and caramelized – Roasting carrots in the oven brings out their natural sweetness, and makes them tender with caramelized edges. That contrast of soft, slightly crisp, and caramelized makes them so irresistible!
• Sweet, sticky glaze – This honey glaze. It’s all about the glaze. One taste and you’ll get it.
• Quick and easy – Just 10 minutes of prep and a handful of basic ingredients! And they come out of the oven all glossy and pretty, like you did something special.
• Feel good side dish – My oven roasted carrots recipe is sweeter than some versions, but it’s all natural with zero refined sugar — and a delicious way to eat your veggies. In fact, I use my natural sugar-free honey and no one can tell.

I’ve enjoyed these honey roasted carrots with everything , from quick 30-minute dinners to roasted chicken to holiday roasts. Make them with me!

Ingredients & Substitutions

Here I explain the best ingredients for my oven roasted carrots recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card .

• Whole Carrots – I usually grab bright orange ones (if you have extras, save them for my healthy carrot cake !), but rainbow carrots are so pretty if you spot them. Although you can use baby carrots, they don’t roast up as flavorful — and if you look up what they put on them, you might not want to anymore. The glaze here works nicely for parsnips or brussels sprouts , too, if you want to throw those in!
• Honey – I use my natural Wholesome Yum sugar-free honey (it tastes just like the real thing and no weird aftertaste), but regular honey works, too. If you want honey roasted carrots with a kick, try my sugar-free jalapeno honey instead!
• Olive Oil – Helps everything caramelize and keeps the seasonings sticking. I’ve also used ghee, coconut oil, and avocado oil.
• Seasonings – Fresh thyme (or try other fresh herbs like parsley), garlic powder , sea salt, and black pepper. You can also substitute dried herbs (like Italian seasoning ) for these roasted carrots — just use 1 teaspoon dried in place of 1 tablespoon fresh.

How To Roast Carrots

I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card .

1. Prepare the carrots. Give the carrots a quick trim and peel with a vegetable peeler (I used an older one below, but this is my favorite these days — peels effortlessly!). You can leave a bit of the stem if you want them to look a little fancy like I did. 😉
2. Make the honey glaze. Just whisk together the honey, oil, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
3. Toss to coat. Spread the carrots on a rimmed baking sheet (lined or not, it’s up to you). Pour the glaze over them and toss to coat.
4. Roast carrots in the oven. Bake until they’re fork-tender and caramelized. I usually sprinkle some extra thyme or parsley over the honey roasted carrots when they’re done.

My Recipe Tips

• Ideally you want all your carrots the same thickness. This helps them cook at the same rate. If some are much thicker, slice them in half lengthwise.
• Feel free to double the glaze. More is great if you want extra sweetness, or for drizzling over chicken or pork chops !
• Always line your sheet pan for this recipe. Sometimes I skip lining for certain roasted vegetables , but trust me, you don’t want to scrub off this sticky glaze later! Better to line it for these honey roasted carrots.
• Make sure every carrot touches the pan. I always say this for roasting anything! A single layer not only helps with even cooking, but promotes caramelization. A crowded pan = soggy carrots.
• Roasting time can vary. It will mostly depend on the thickness of your carrots, but also how soft you want them and even your pan material. I recommend checking on them toward the end — poke with a fork to see if they’re soft enough for you.
• Want more browning? Broil for a couple minutes at the end. Check on your roasted carrots often, because they’ll go from light to burned under the broiler quickly!

Ingredients

Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.

• 16 medium Whole carrots ▢
• 2 tbsp Honey (or sugar-free honey ) ▢
• 2 tbsp Olive oil ▢
• 1 tbsp Fresh thyme (or fresh parsley) ▢
• 1/2 tsp Garlic powder ▢
• 1/2 tsp Sea salt ▢
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper ▢

Instructions

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1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Trim the stems of the carrots, leaving a ½ inch of the stem remaining. Peel the carrots with a vegetable peeler .
3. In a small bowl, mix the honey, olive oil, fresh thyme, garlic powder, sea salt and black pepper.
4. Place the carrots on the lined baking sheet and pour the mixture over top of them. Toss the carrots, until the mixture is evenly coating them.
5. Roast honey carrots in the oven for 25-30 minutes , until the veggies are tender and the honey mixture is starting to caramelize. (Cooking times may differ depending on the size of the carrots and the desired tenderness you prefer.)

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Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size: 2 honey roasted carrots

• Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you get tender, caramelized roasted carrots and my notes on timing.
• Storage: Pop leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. They’ll last about 3–5 days.
• Meal prep: You can peel and cut the carrots ahead of time, but wrap them in damp paper towels to prevent drying out. You can also make the glaze ahead, or roast the carrots in advance for easy lunches .
• Reheat: Warm the carrots in the oven at 350 degrees F for 10-15 minutes, or use the microwave if you’re in a rush.
• Freeze: These freeze well for up to 3 months.
• Note on nutrition info: These numbers are based on my natural Wholesome Yum Zero Sugar Honey . If you use regular, the carbs and sugar will be higher, but the recipe still works great.

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Honey Roasted Carrots

Serving Ideas

If you’re wondering what to serve with this roasted carrots recipe, I’ve got you! Here are some of my favorite pairings that make it a full meal:

• Chicken dinners – I love these with baked chicken breast , air fryer chicken thighs , or pan seared chicken . The honey glaze is so good drizzled over chicken.
• Seafood favorites – The sweet flavor of these carrots goes so well with grilled salmon , baked cod , or lemon garlic shrimp . I’ve even done crab legs for a special occasion.
• Steak or pork – Honey roasted carrots are perfect with my juicy sirloin steak , filet mignon , or simple air fryer pork chops .
• Holiday dinners – Try them for Thanksgiving or Christmas! They’re a nice change of pace from your usual sides with turkey breast or a whole roasted turkey .

Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List

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• The Basic Keto Meal Formula
• Understanding Macros
• Keto Food Swaps
• Keto Food List
• Electrolyte Basics
• Keto Diet Types
• Want The Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF System?
• Recipe Reviews

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Eating keto doesn’t have to be complicated! While there are plenty of delicious easy keto recipes to choose from, you don’t even have to cook from a recipe to get started.

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Be sure to choose a moderate amount of protein, only low carb vegetables (mostly ones that grow above ground), and generous fat to attain an optimal macro ratio. That’s approximately 60-75% of calories from fat, 20-25% protein, and 5-10% from carbohydrates. The table below will give you ideas for what to choose.

Understanding Macros

Macros are macronutrients for short. They include fat, protein, and carbohydrates.

You can calculate your own macros using the macro calculator , but the macro keto cheat sheet below will explain how to look at macros when following a keto lifestyle.

Carbs Are A Limit.

Keeping carbs low is what gets you into ketosis and keeps you there. Ketosis means that you’re using fat as your primary energy source instead of sugar, and requires keeping carbs very low.

A good starting point is 20-25 grams net carbs per day, but you can experiment after a few weeks to see if your body stays in ketosis at higher levels. People who are very active may be able to do more and stay in ketosis, up to around 50 grams per day.

“Carbs are a limit” means that you set a limit for how many carbs to eat per day and don’t exceed it. You don’t have to hit that limit, so if you’re under that’s okay, just don’t go over. Ideally most of your carbs would come from low carb vegetables, and if you’re eating enough veggies, you’ll usually get close to the limit naturally.

A common misconception is that reaching ketosis requires a certain macro ratio, but it’s really only restricting your carb intake that gets you there [ * ]. In the absence of sufficient carbs to use as energy, the body will switch to using fat as fuel. This is called the metabolic state of ketosis.

Protein Is A Goal.

Protein is made up of amino acids, the building blocks of all our cells. It’s a crucial for keeping our muscles strong and for many cellular functions [ * ].

“Protein is a goal” means that you always want to eat enough protein to reach the goal each day, but not exceed it too much. You want enough for your needs, but excess protein can trigger gluconeogenesis, which is protein being converted to sugar [ * ] and can kick you out of ketosis.

Fat Is A Lever.

Fat is the primary macronutrient in a keto lifestyle, because being in ketosis means that fat is your primary fuel source. Fat as a fuel source will come from your food, and if you are losing weight, from your body.

A big advantage of a keto lifestyle is the high fat intake. It keeps you full and satisfied, making it easier to stick to, and using it as the primary fuel source makes it easier on your body to burn body fat, with a lower chance of breaking down your muscle (provided you get enough protein).

Aside from reaching your protein goal and limiting your carbs, the remainder of your calories on a keto diet comes from fat.

Don’t fear fat – it’s your main energy source on keto, and getting enough of it trains your body to use fat for fuel instead of sugar. That means that as long as you are not overdoing your overall calorie intake, you’ll efficiently burn your body fat for fuel as well.

“Fat is a lever” means that you can increase or decrease your fat intake depending on your goals and hunger levels. Increase it (along with exercise) to gain muscle, or decrease it to lose weight.

Keto Food Swaps

One of my favorite challenges is creating recipes, or just discovering, keto food swaps. These are delicious keto replacements for traditionally high-carb or high-sugar foods.

So, I created this keto diet cheat sheet with all the swaps in one place! I also have more keto food swaps in my Easy Keto Cookbook .

Keto Swaps For Breakfast

Keto Swaps For Bread

Keto Swaps For Meals & Side Dishes

Keto Swaps For Snacks & Sauces

Keto Swaps For Cooking & Baking

Keto Swaps For Drinks

If you’re looking specifically for keto alcohol options, browse the full keto alcohol guide .

Keto Food List

When looking for a keto cheat sheet printable, the most-requested information is a keto food list.

The great thing is that keto doesn’t have to feel restrictive. It’s incredibly satisfying and there’s such a wide variety of foods you can eat!

Foods To Eat On Keto

• Leafy greens – Such as spinach, chard, and lettuce.
• Above-ground veggies – Such as peppers, zucchini, and cauliflower.
• Full-fat cream & cheese – Such as heavy cream, sour cream, and full-fat hard cheeses.
• Natural meats – Such as beef, lamb, and pork.
• Berries – Such as raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries.
• Avocados
• Unsweetened nut milks – Such as almond milk and coconut milk.
• Almond flour and coconut flour
• Eggs
• Healthy fats – Such as coconut oil, avocado oil, olive oil and butter.

Foods To Avoid On Keto

• White flour & sugar
• Rice & grains – Such as barley, wheat, and corn.
• Milk & yogurt – Such as fruit on the bottom yogurt, sweetened Greek yogurt, and all milk.
• Cereal
• Processed food – Such as granola bars, candy
• Most fruit – Such as apples, bananas, and grapes
• Hydrogenated fats – Such as vegetable oil, soybean oil, and margarine
• Sweetened beverages & condiments – Such as soda, ketchup, and sweet dressings
• Starchy veggies – Such as peas, carrots, and beets.
• Potatoes – Such as sweet potatoes and white potatoes.

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Electrolyte Basics

Getting enough electrolytes is crucial for anyone, but especially so on a keto diet. The reason is that ketosis has a diuretic effect, which increases excretion of water and electrolytes, especially sodium [ * ]. This is often the cause of the keto flu.

For more details on electrolytes and avoiding keto flu, check out the full keto flu guide here .

The important thing to know about electrolytes is that replenishing them will keep keto flu away and keep your body functioning well. I always recommend an electrolyte drink and whole food sources of anything your body needs before resorting to supplements, so I made a list of what to eat to get each of the 3 major electrolytes – sodium, magnesium and potassium.

Here’s your keto diet cheat sheet for getting electrolytes from food:

Keto Diet Types

People follow a keto lifestyle for different reasons. Some do it just to lose weight, others are after better overall health, increased energy, and reduced inflammation.

Strictly speaking, the defining factor of a keto diet is the metabolic state of ketosis, which is achieved by restricting carbs. However, many people (myself included) also reduce or eliminate processed, inflammatory, or low-nutrient foods.

Below is your keto cheat sheet summary of the different ways that people follow keto. You choose what works best for your goals and lifestyle!

• Strict Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, count all calories and macros, and eat clean, unprocessed foods.
• Lazy Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, and track only net carbs OR eat keto foods without tracking.
• Dirty Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, with “if it fits your macros” approach including processed foods.
• Low Carb – Up to 50-100g net carbs daily, less strict.

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Honey Roasted Carrots (Easy Recipe)

My honey roasted carrots recipe is a sweet, caramelized side dish that your family will be excited to eat, all in about half an hour.

Scan this QR code with your phone’s camera for the full recipe, including tips, step-by-step photos, and storage, or to save it to your account. You can also find it at: https://www.wholesomeyum.com/honey-roasted-carrots/

Ingredients

• 16 medium Whole carrots
• 2 tbsp Honey (or sugar-free honey )
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tbsp Fresh thyme (or fresh parsley)
• 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp Sea salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Trim the stems of the carrots, leaving a ½ inch of the stem remaining. Peel the carrots with a vegetable peeler .
3. In a small bowl, mix the honey, olive oil, fresh thyme, garlic powder, sea salt and black pepper.
4. Place the carrots on the lined baking sheet and pour the mixture over top of them. Toss the carrots, until the mixture is evenly coating them.
5. Roast honey carrots in the oven for 25-30 minutes , until the veggies are tender and the honey mixture is starting to caramelize. (Cooking times may differ depending on the size of the carrots and the desired tenderness you prefer.)

Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size: 2 honey roasted carrots

• Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you get tender, caramelized roasted carrots and my notes on timing.
• Storage: Pop leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. They’ll last about 3–5 days.
• Meal prep: You can peel and cut the carrots ahead of time, but wrap them in damp paper towels to prevent drying out. You can also make the glaze ahead, or roast the carrots in advance for easy lunches .
• Reheat: Warm the carrots in the oven at 350 degrees F for 10-15 minutes, or use the microwave if you’re in a rush.
• Freeze: These freeze well for up to 3 months.
• Note on nutrition info: These numbers are based on my natural Wholesome Yum Zero Sugar Honey . If you use regular, the carbs and sugar will be higher, but the recipe still works great.

📖 Want more recipes like this? Find this one and many more in my Healthy Ebook Bundle and Fall Ebook Bundle !

I provide nutrition facts as a courtesy. Have questions about calculations or why you got a different result? Please see my nutrition policy .

© Copyright Maya Krampf for Wholesome Yum. Please DO NOT SCREENSHOT OR COPY/PASTE recipes to social media or websites. We’d LOVE for you to share a link with photo instead. :)