Spiced Roasted Carrots with Hot Honey Recipe
Sweet, spicy, and ready in 30 minutes, these Spiced Roasted Carrots with Hot Honey taste like something straight off a fancy restaurant menu—but are secretly so easy to make at home! Just roast carrot slices in a simple spice blend, then serve with a creamy Greek yogurt and a drizzle of hot honey for a side dish worthy of the holiday spread.
Servings: 5 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrots peeled and cut on a bias into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon salted butter melted
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 ¼ teaspoons salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (5.3-ounce) container full-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice from 1 lemon
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest divided
- 1 ounce fresh basil thinly sliced
- ¼ cup pine nuts toasted and coarsely chopped
- 2-4 tablespoons hot honey or regular honey
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss the carrots with the melted butter and avocado oil. Sprinkle with paprika, garlic powder, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper, and toss until evenly coated. Spread the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and lightly caramelized. (For an air fryer, cook at 380°F for 20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.)2 pounds carrots, 1 tablespoon salted butter, 1 tablespoon avocado oil, 1 teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, 1 ¼ teaspoons salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with 1 teaspoon lemon zest and 2 teaspoons lemon juice until smooth.1 (5.3-ounce) container full-fat Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- Spread the yogurt mixture onto the bottom of a serving platter. Arrange the roasted carrots on top. Drizzle with hot honey (or regular honey) and garnish with basil, pine nuts, and the remaining 1 teaspoon lemon zest. Serve immediately.1 ounce fresh basil, ¼ cup pine nuts, 2-4 tablespoons hot honey or regular honey
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Notes
- Yogurt: The yogurt mixture may begin to separate if left out for too long. Keep refrigerated until just before serving for the best consistency.
- Nuts: Feel free to swap pine nuts for other nuts like pecans, walnuts, or pistachios. Keep in mind that these will bring a slightly different flavor to the dish.
- Hot Honey: Adjust the amount of honey based on your heat preference. Regular honey works great for a milder flavor.
- Carrot Alternatives: Baby carrots can also be used but may require less roasting time.
- Air Fryer Tip: For best results in the air fryer, ensure the carrots are in a single layer to allow even cooking.
Nutrition
Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 726mg | Potassium: 665mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 30881IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 1mg
