Honey-Roasted Carrots with Toasted Sesame and Za'atar

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-29 · Updated 2026-04-29

Sweet roasted carrots glazed with honey, finished with toasted sesame seeds and fragrant za'atar spice for a vibrant Hanukkah side. This Middle Eastern Hanukkah recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs baby carrots, olive oil, and honey 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 "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 lb baby carrots, peeled
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp za'atar spice blend
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 1 lb peeled baby carrots with 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp honey, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until well coated.
2. Step 2: Spread the carrots in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Step 3: Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the carrots are tender and caramelized at the edges.
4. Step 4: Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle 1 tbsp za'atar spice and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the hot carrots. Toss gently to combine and serve warm.