Honey-Glazed Roasted Carrots with Za'atar and Toasted Almonds

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-07 · Updated 2026-05-07

Sweet roasted carrots coated in honey and aromatic za'atar, topped with crunchy toasted almonds for a festive side dish. This Middle Eastern-inspired Hanukkah recipe (vegan option), ready in about 40 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 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 olive oil
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp za'atar spice blend
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup, toasted sliced almonds
• 2 tbsp chopped, for garnish fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large bowl, toss 1.5 lbs peeled and cut carrots with 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp za'atar, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Spread carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized, tossing halfway through.
3. Step 3: While carrots roast, toast 1/4 cup sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until golden and fragrant, stirring frequently.
4. Step 4: Remove carrots from oven, transfer to a serving dish, and sprinkle toasted almonds and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley on top. Serve warm.