Honey-Glazed Roasted Carrots with Thyme and Toasted Almonds

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

Sweet roasted carrots tossed in honey and fresh thyme, topped with crunchy toasted almonds for a bright holiday side dish. This Mediterranean Christmas recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs carrots, honey, and olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 140 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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

• 1.5 lbs carrots, peeled and cut into 3-inch sticks
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
• 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 1.5 lbs peeled and cut carrots with 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Spread carrots in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until carrots are tender and edges caramelize.
3. Step 3: Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds over the carrots. Serve warm as a vibrant holiday side.