Name: Oven Roasted Carrots
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 2 pounds fresh carrots, peeled and cut on the diagonal; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons honey, preferably local; 1 tablespoon curry powder; 10-12 fresh thyme sprigs; light sprinkle of sea salt and black pepper

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Fresh carrots are tossed in olive oil, honey, curry powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. These oven roasted carrots are sweet, a little spicy, and so delicious. Your family will love this easy side dish!

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Welcome to My Kitchen Serenity! These roasted curried carrots are sweet, a little spicy, and full of flavor. I love this quick and easy recipe. Only five ingredients (the spices you probably already have in your pantry) are needed for a delicious carrot side dish.

Roasting vegetables is one of my favorite ways to cook vegetables. When you roast them, it adds richness and delicious flavor. Vegetables will be crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.

These sheet pan roasted vegetables are a perfect side dish for any healthy meal! Plus, it’s the easiest way to cook a lot of vegetables at the same time. Just 15 minutes prep time, pop them in the oven, and set the timer for 20-25 minutes. Easy!

Best Vegetables for Roasting

Roasted root vegetables are delicious, however, almost any vegetable can be roasted in the oven.

Potatoes, carrots, sweet potatoes, etc.
Broccoli, cauliflower, corn on the cob, brussels sprouts, zucchini, yellow squash, spaghetti squash, etc.
Bell peppers, onions, cherry tomatoes, etc.

More Roasted Vegetable Recipes

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

Roasted Spicy Cauliflower

Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Meat Sauce

What is Curry Powder?

Curry powder has a delightful aroma and the flavor enhances meats, soups, stews, and rice dishes. It is a blend of spices that commonly consists of cumin, turmeric, coriander, cardamom, and cayenne pepper. However, there are many different homemade curry powder recipes that vary in their ingredients. Moreover, there are many brands of curry powder; some are mild and some are quite spicy! So you may want to experiment with different brands to find the one that’s right for you.

Ingredients Needed

See printable recipe card below for a detailed ingredient list and helpful information.

Fresh carrots
Extra virgin olive oil
Honey, preferably local
Curry powder – buy a small bottle like this one as it may take a while to use it up
Fresh thyme sprigs
Sea salt and black pepper

Kitchen Tools Needed

Peeler – OXO Good Grips Pro Y-Peeler with non-slip handle is an excellent choice

Mixing bowl

Measuring spoons

Mixing spoon

Rimmed sheet pan

Parchment paper or a Silpat baking sheet (a non-stick silicone baking mat)

Spatula

Directions

Step 1: Place top oven rack in the center position and pre-heat oven to 400°F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat baking sheet. Set aside.

Step 2: Add carrots, olive oil, honey, curry powder, and fresh thyme to a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper, to taste. Toss until well combined.

Step 3: Pour seasoned carrots on the prepared sheet pan and spread into a single layer without overcrowding. Place in the pre-heated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, turning carrots once halfway through cooking. Carrots should be crisp tender and nicely browned when ready.

Step 4: Remove from oven and transfer to a serving bowl or platter. Serve immediately with your choice of entrees.

Storing Leftovers

Store cooked carrots in airtight containers for up to 3 days. I like to use BPA-free glass containers with locking lids. Check out this 18-piece set of glass food storage containers with locking lids.