Honey Roasted Carrots Parsnips (Printable)

Tender carrots and parsnips glazed with honey and herbs, oven-roasted to a caramelized finish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
02 - 4 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into sticks

→ Glaze

03 - 3 tablespoons honey
04 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
06 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish

08 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place the carrot and parsnip sticks in a large mixing bowl.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.
04 - Pour the honey glaze over the vegetables and toss thoroughly to coat evenly.
05 - Spread the coated vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking, until the vegetables are tender and caramelized at the edges.
07 - Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The honey caramelizes at the edges while the vegetables stay tender inside, creating this contrast that somehow tastes like comfort.
  • It comes together in under an hour with minimal hands-on time, so you can focus on your main dish without stress.
  • Works beautifully alongside ham, chicken, or turkey, making it a reliable choice for any dinner table.
02 -
  • Don't skip stirring halfway through—the bottom layer will brown faster than the top, and turning everything over ensures an even glaze and caramelization.
  • If your vegetables are releasing a lot of liquid halfway through, drain it off; excess moisture will steam them instead of letting them caramelize beautifully.
03 -
  • Use a rimmed baking sheet rather than a flat one—it prevents the glaze from sliding off while the vegetables roast.
  • Cut your vegetables as evenly as you can manage; uniform sizing means everything finishes at the same time rather than some pieces turning to mush while others stay firm.
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