Spiced Honey-Glazed Carrots with Toasted Sesame and Fresh Parsley

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-16 · Updated 2026-05-16

Sweet roasted carrots glazed with honey and warm spices, finished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh parsley for bright, nutty contrast. This Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian recipe, 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 120 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 lb, peeled and cut into 2-inch sticks carrots
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 lb peeled and cut carrots with 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss until carrots are evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Spread the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until carrots are tender and caramelized at the edges.
3. Step 3: While carrots roast, toast 1 tbsp sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant, stirring frequently.
4. Step 4: Remove carrots from oven and transfer to a serving dish. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Toss gently and serve warm.