Honey-Roasted Carrots and Parsnips
These Honey-Roasted Carrots and Parsnips are a delicious way to add flavor and texture to your favorite root vegetables. With a sweet touch of honey and a pinch of thyme, this recipe will allow you to prepare a healthy and tasty side dish in less than 45 minutes.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 330kcal
Equipment
- Measuring spoons.
- Sharp knife
- Cutting Board
- Baking dish
- Parchment paper.
- Large bowl
- Kitchen brush (optional)
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons coriander seeds
- 1 ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon (1 g) chopped fresh thyme
- 6 carrots peeled and cut into ½-in/1-cm thick sticks (400 g/88 lb)
- 6 parsnips peeled and cut into ½-in/1-cm thick sticks (400 g/66 lb)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F/220°C.
- Lightly toast the coriander and cumin seeds in a small skillet, stirring occasionally to bring out the nutty flavor.
- Combine the toasted spices, honey, olive oil, fresh thyme with salt, and ground black pepper in a large bowl.
- Add the carrots and parsnips to the mixture.
- Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Roast the vegetables in the oven for 30 to 45 minutes or until tender and golden.
- Remove the vegetables from the oven and serve hot.
Notes
- Cut the carrots and parsnips into similar-sized pieces (about 1-2cm in diameter) so they cook evenly.
- Use enough oil for the vegetables to be golden and crispy.
- Do not add too much honey; it burns easily and can make vegetables taste bitter.
- Cook at a moderate cooking temperature (200°C to 220°C) to allow the vegetables to cook slowly and evenly, making them crispy and golden on the outside, while remaining tender on the inside. Too high a cooking temperature can burn the vegetables before they are cooked through.
- Let the vegetables cook long enough to be cooked through and golden brown. We can test for doneness by pricking them with a fork.
Variants
- Add diced red onions for extra flavor.
- Replace the honey with maple syrup for a different touch of sweetness.
- Add toasted sesame seeds for extra crunch.
Nutrition
Calories: 330kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 679mg | Potassium: 1204mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 15331IU | Vitamin C: 46mg | Calcium: 133mg | Iron: 3mg
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