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-inspired Christmas recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs carrots, honey, 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 "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

• 1.5 lbs, peeled and cut into 3-inch sticks carrots
• 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.