Description
These Roasted Brown Sugar Carrots are a delightful side dish featuring tender roasted carrots coated in a sweet and savory brown sugar glaze. The hint of cinnamon adds a warm flavor, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley brings a pop of freshness to the dish. Easy to make and perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 pounds carrots (peeled and cut into sticks or diagonally sliced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Carrots: In a large bowl, toss carrots with olive oil, brown sugar, salt, pepper, and cinnamon if using, until coated.
- Roast Carrots: Spread carrots on the baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from oven, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- You can add a splash of balsamic vinegar for extra depth.
- For an extra glossy finish, drizzle with maple syrup during the last 5 minutes of roasting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
