Description
These Roasted Brown Sugar Carrots with Herbs are a quick and flavorful side dish that elevates any meal. Perfectly caramelized in the oven, the natural sweetness of carrots is enhanced with brown sugar, garlic, and butter, then brightened with fresh herbs. Whether you need a quick breakfast veggie side, a healthy snack idea, or a crowd-pleasing dinner recipe, this easy and elegant dish checks all the boxes. Ideal for weeknight dinners, holiday gatherings, and seasonal food ideas.
Ingredients
1 ½ pounds carrots
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs (parsley or thyme)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Wash, peel, and slice carrots lengthwise if needed to ensure even cooking.
3. In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, olive oil, brown sugar, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
4. Toss carrots in the mixture until evenly coated.
5. Arrange carrots in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
6. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender.
7. Remove from oven and sprinkle with fresh herbs.
8. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Use carrots of similar size for even roasting.
Add fresh herbs after roasting to preserve flavor and color.
If using baby carrots, check for doneness a few minutes early.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: roasted carrots, brown sugar carrots, easy side dish, healthy snack, dinner ideas