Tupelo Honey Glazed Roasted Carrots with Thyme
Tender roasted carrots coated in a bright and sticky Tupelo honey glaze accented with fresh thyme and a touch of lemon. This american-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 35 minutes pairs olive oil, Tupelo honey, fresh thyme leaves 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, peeled and cut into 3-inch sticks carrots
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Tupelo honey
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Toss 1 lb peeled and cut carrot sticks with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a large bowl until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Spread the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they start to soften and brown at the edges.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp Tupelo honey, 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, and 1 tbsp lemon juice.
- Step 4: Remove the carrots from the oven and immediately drizzle the honey-thyme glaze over them, tossing gently to coat. Return to the oven for 5 more minutes until the glaze is bubbly and caramelized.
- Step 5: Serve warm, garnished with extra thyme if desired.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Tupelo Honey Glazed Roasted Carrots with Thyme 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 Tupelo Honey Glazed Roasted Carrots with Thyme?
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 Tupelo Honey Glazed Roasted Carrots with Thyme?
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 Tupelo Honey Glazed Roasted Carrots with Thyme 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.
Is Tupelo Honey Glazed Roasted Carrots with Thyme vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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