Coffee-Spiced Ethiopian Honey Glazed Carrots

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-04 · Updated 2026-08-04

Tender roasted carrots glazed with honey and a warm blend of Ethiopian coffee and spices for a unique side dish. This Ethiopian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs carrots, honey, instant coffee granules for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 pound, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces carrots
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until smooth.
2. Step 2: Add 1 pound peeled and cut carrots to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat each piece evenly with the coffee-spice glaze.
3. Step 3: Spread the glazed carrots on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer.
4. Step 4: Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the carrots are tender and caramelized at the edges.
5. Step 5: Remove from oven and transfer to a serving dish. Serve warm as a distinctive side.