Honey-Chili Glazed Carrots with Toasted Sesame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-19 · Updated 2026-06-19

Sweet roasted carrots glazed with a honey-chili sauce and finished with crunchy toasted sesame seeds for a vibrant side dish. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs carrots, olive oil, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 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 lb, peeled and cut into 3-inch sticks carrots
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp red chili flakes
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 1 lb peeled carrot sticks with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Spread carrots on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through until tender and slightly caramelized.
3. Step 3: While carrots roast, whisk together 2 tbsp honey, 1 tsp red chili flakes, and 1 tbsp soy sauce in a small bowl.
4. Step 4: Remove carrots from oven and transfer to a clean bowl. Pour honey-chili glaze over hot carrots and toss gently to coat evenly.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds on top for crunch and serve warm as a flavorful side dish.