Honey-Roasted Carrots with Za'atar and Toasted Pine Nuts

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-04 · Updated 2026-05-04

Sweet roasted carrots glazed with honey and sprinkled with aromatic za'atar and crunchy toasted pine nuts, a vibrant side dish for festive meals. This Middle Eastern Hanukkah recipe (vegetarian, gluten free), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs carrots, olive oil, and honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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 carrots, peeled and cut into 3-inch sticks
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp honey
• 2 tsp za'atar seasoning
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 1 lb peeled and cut carrots with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp honey, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Spread carrots in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and caramelized at the edges.
3. Step 3: While carrots roast, toast 1/4 cup pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until golden and fragrant; remove from heat.
4. Step 4: Remove carrots from oven and transfer to a serving dish. Sprinkle 2 tsp za'atar seasoning and the toasted pine nuts evenly over the top, tossing gently to combine.
5. Step 5: Serve warm as a colorful, flavorful vegetable side.