Description
A sweet and savory holiday side dish featuring roasted carrots topped with crumbled feta and fresh dill, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds Carrots, about 2 pounds (baby carrots or whole carrots cut into sticks) (Use similarly sized pieces for even cooking.)
- 2-3 tablespoons Honey (Adjust depending on sweetness preference.)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil (Can also use avocado oil.)
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced (Or use 1 teaspoon of garlic powder.)
- to taste Salt and black pepper
- 1/3-1/2 cup Feta cheese, crumbled (Preferably block feta for better texture.)
- 1 small handful Fresh dill, chopped (Fresh dill gives a better flavor than dried.)
- to taste Optional: lemon juice, chili flakes, or apple cider vinegar (Adds acidity and balance to the dish.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- If using whole carrots, peel them and cut into similar sized sticks.
- In a large bowl, mix together honey, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Toss the carrots in the honey glaze until well coated.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on a sheet pan.
Roasting
- Roast for 18 to 25 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until carrots are tender and caramelized.
Finishing
- Transfer the roasted carrots to a serving dish, and top with crumbled feta and chopped dill. Serve warm.
Notes
Best served fresh but can be reheated. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Vegetable
- Cuisine: American, Holiday