Honey-Glazed Roasted Carrots and Parsnips
Sweet and tender vegetables with a golden glaze, roasted until caramelized for a simple side dish. This american-inspired vegetarian ready in about 35 minutes pairs carrots, parsnips, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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 1-inch pieces carrots
- 1 lb, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces parsnips
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 1 lb carrots and 1 lb parsnips with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp honey, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: Roast for 25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until vegetables are tender and edges are golden brown.
- Step 3: Remove from oven, sprinkle with 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, and serve warm as a side dish.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Glazed Roasted Carrots and Parsnips take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Honey-Glazed Roasted Carrots and Parsnips?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep carrots from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Roasted Carrots and Parsnips?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Honey-Glazed Roasted Carrots and Parsnips for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Honey-Glazed Roasted Carrots and Parsnips vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My kids begged for more. The caramelized edges are divine.
- ★★★★★
The honey glaze made these taste like dessert! Perfect with roast chicken.
- ★★★★★
My family devoured these. So simple yet elegant for a weeknight meal.
