Elevate your dinner plate with this simple hot honey carrots recipe! They're spiced and roasted to golden perfection, glazed with sweet and spicy honey, then served on a bed of creamy hummus. Don't let the presentation fool you--this is an easy side dish you can get on the table in just 30 minutes.
And if you enjoy this recipe, you'll love my roasted curry carrots, too!
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❤️ Why You'll Love this Recipe
Quick and Easy - You only need a handful of ingredients to make oven-roasted hot honey carrots, and you probably have most of them in your kitchen already! This is a simple sheet pan recipe that comes together in about 30 minutes.
Layers of Flavor - You'll taste earthy sweetness from the carrots, amplified by a Mediterranean spice blend, plus fiery honey, all mellowed out by the hummus. It's a deliciously satisfying bite!
Don't forget about your side dishes, because they can take your meal over the top with ease! Peep my lemon garlic spinach, hot honey brussels sprouts, garlic baby bok choy, and savory mashed sweet potatoes next.
What You'll Need for this Recipe
Carrots, of course! Use your favorite variety, including orange, red, white, yellow, purple, or combine them for hot honey roasted rainbow carrots. Either way, they'll taste wonderful.
North African Spices like turmeric, smoked paprika, ginger, and cinnamon make this dish super fragrant and richly flavored without much effort. Use freshly-ground spices for the boldest taste.
Hot Honey from your favorite brand or homemade. I like this spicy honey, but feel free to use what is accessible to you.
Check out the recipe card below for full ingredients list, measurements, nutrition facts, and step-by-step instructions!
Substitutions & Variations
Vegan - If you want to make this spicy honey carrots recipe vegan, use a spicy maple syrup or agave nectar instead of the hot honey.
Carrots - You can cut up full-sized carrots or use baby carrots in this recipe for more convenience. Just note that hot honey roasted baby carrots will cook a little quicker, so start checking for doneness 5-10 minutes sooner. Or if you use mini carrots, you can do roasted whole carrots!
How to Make Easy Roasted Hot Honey Carrots
- Step 1: Wash and cut the carrots down to one-inch thickness and 3-4 inches in length.
- Step 2: Toss the cut carrots with olive oil and spices.
Pro Tip #1
Peeling the carrots is optional, and the carrots you see photographed in this post have not been peeled. If you want the prettiest presentation, add about five minutes to your prep time for peeling.
- Step 3: Spread the carrots out on a sheet pan and roast until golden and fork-tender.
- Step 4: Lay the carrots on top of a smear of hummus, then drizzle hot honey over top.
Frequently Asked Questions
Store leftover carrots separately from hummus in an airtight container. They will keep for up to one week. I recommend reheating in the oven or air fryer for the best texture.
Yes, you can freeze the carrots--again--separately from the hummus. I also recommend reserving the hot honey glaze until you're ready to serve them if you plan on freezing. To keep the carrots from becoming one frozen chunk, spread them out on a sheet pan and freeze for about two hours, then transfer them to a freezer-safe, airtight container. Keeps for up to three months.
How to Serve
Serve the carrots warm over hummus with a lil extra hot honey on the side. You can garnish them with fresh parsley or mint--and a sprinkle of crushed pistachios for extra razzle dazzle and some crunch!
The flavors in this glazed carrots with hummus dish pair perfectly with crock pot Moroccan chicken, saucy harissa meatballs, or easy lamb smash tacos. Add some cold cucumber salad and yogurt sauce, and you've got a full-on feast.
Spicy honey carrots make a great healthy side dish for Easter dinner, too!
For PCOS
This baked carrot recipe has a few superstar ingredients for women managing PCOS.
Carrots have beta carotene, which supports thyroid function and hormone production, as well as complex carbs, fiber, and anti-inflammatory properties for gut health and blood sugar regulation. (Health)
Cinnamon has been shown to improve insulin sensitivity, lower blood sugar, promote menstrual regularity and ovulation, and lower lipid levels. (NIH)
Chickpeas, a key ingredient in hummus, are rich in fiber and resistant starch, which supports healthy gut hormone production and helps regulate appetite, blood sugar, and hormonal balance, as well as combat inflammation. (NIH, NIH)
I especially love this carrots and hummus recipe during the luteal phase, as root vegetables support healthy liver detoxification and effective elimination, which encourages the right hormonal balance at this time in the cycle. (Live Wild Be Well) And sesame seeds, which are in most hummus recipes via tahini, help maintain healthy progesterone levels. (Rupa Health)
Check out my other PCOS-friendly food ideas!
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📖 Recipe
Roasted Hot Honey Carrots with Hummus
Equipment
- 1 knife
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrots
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¾ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¾ teaspoon ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
- sea salt to taste
- 2 cups hummus
- 3 tablespoons hot honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray sheet pan with non-stick oil and set aside.
- Scrub carrots clean and chop off the stem ends. Cut each carrot into pieces that are roughly one inch thick and 3-4 inches long.2 pounds carrots
- Add cut carrots, oil, and spices to mixing bowl and toss until the carrots are evenly coated.3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¾ teaspoon smoked paprika, ¾ teaspoon ground turmeric, ½ teaspoon ground ginger, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ¼ teaspoon ground cumin, sea salt
- Spread the carrots out onto prepared sheet pan, leaving at least one inch of space between each piece. Roast for about 25 minutes or until carrots are golden and fork-tender.
- Spread hummus into a single layer on a plate, then lay cooked carrots over top. Drizzle with hot honey and serve.2 cups hummus, 3 tablespoons hot honey
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