Balsamic Glazed Carrots

Balsamic Glazed Carrots

Christmas
25 min
247 kcal / serving

Roasted carrots are the ultimate easy side dish, but the best way to upgrade them is to add a homemade balsamic glaze.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb.carrots, peeled
  • ¼ c.extra-virgin olive oil
  • kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp.chopped fresh thyme
  • ¼ c.balsamic vinegar
  • ¼ c.honey
  • fresh chopped parsley, for garnish

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°. On a large baking sheet, drizzle carrots with oil, then season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Toss until combined and bake until carrots are tender, 38 to 40 minutes.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, make balsamic glaze: In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and honey. Simmer until reduced by half, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes (the mixture should coat the back of a spoon). Let cool slightly.

  3. 3

    Drizzle carrots with balsamic glaze and garnish with parsley. Serve warm.