Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet and savory with these Roasted Carrots topped with Candied Pecans and Goat Cheese. This dish is a delightful addition to any meal, offering a burst of flavor and vibrant colors that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Roasted Carrots:
- 2 pounds carrots (peeled and cut into sticks)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon honey
Additional Toppings:
- ½ cup candied pecans (roughly chopped)
- 4 ounces goat cheese (crumbled)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
- balsamic glaze (for drizzling, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Carrots: In a large bowl, toss carrot sticks with olive oil, salt, pepper, cinnamon, and honey until coated.
- Roast Carrots: Spread carrots on a baking sheet, roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Assemble: Transfer roasted carrots to a serving dish, top with candied pecans and goat cheese.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh thyme leaves and balsamic glaze, if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use rainbow carrots for a colorful presentation.
- You can make your own candied pecans by toasting pecans in a skillet with a bit of brown sugar and butter.
- This dish pairs well with roasted chicken or pork tenderloin.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
