Honey-Mustard Roasted Carrots with Toasted Sesame and Scallions

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Sweet roasted carrots coated in a honey-mustard glaze, sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions for brightness. This mediterranean-inspired vegetarian ready in about 35 minutes pairs olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 110 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 110 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp Dijon mustard until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled carrots cut into 3-inch sticks to the bowl along with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss until carrots are evenly coated in the honey-mustard mixture.
  3. Step 3: Spread the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and caramelized at the edges.
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 tbsp thinly sliced scallions before serving warm.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Mustard Roasted Carrots with Toasted Sesame and Scallions 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-Mustard Roasted Carrots with Toasted Sesame and Scallions?

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 olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Mustard Roasted Carrots with Toasted Sesame and Scallions?

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-Mustard Roasted Carrots with Toasted Sesame and Scallions 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.

What goes well with Honey-Mustard Roasted Carrots with Toasted Sesame and Scallions?

Mediterranean vegetarian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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