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Honey Dijon Roasted Carrots with Seeds

Easy Honey Dijon Roasted Carrots with Seeds for Bold Flavor

This Honey Dijon Roasted Carrots with Seeds recipe is a vibrant and flavorful side dish that's simple to make and sure to impress.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Carrots
  • 1.5 pounds Carrots Choose fresh, firm carrots for the best natural sweetness and texture.
  • 3 tablespoons Honey Use raw or pure honey to enhance the glaze with rich, floral notes.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Adds that signature tangy kick that defines this recipe’s bold flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Helps the carrots roast evenly and contributes a smooth richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness and brightens all the flavors beautifully.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked for a subtle warmth that complements the honey Dijon blend.
For the Seed Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Pumpkin Seeds Toast lightly to bring out their nutty flavor and add crunch.
  • 2 tablespoons Sunflower Seeds Provide a mild, earthy contrast to the sweet glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Sprinkle for a delicate crunch and hint of toasty aroma.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • mixing bowl
  • skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wash and peel 1½ pounds of carrots, trimming the ends. Cut into uniform sticks or rounds.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons honey and 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard until smooth.
  4. Transfer carrots to the baking sheet and drizzle the honey Dijon mixture on top. Toss gently to coat each piece.
  5. Roast for 20–25 minutes, turning carrots once halfway, until tender and edges are lightly caramelized.
For the Seed Topping
  1. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast 2 tablespoons each pumpkin, sunflower, and sesame seeds for 3–4 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  2. Transfer roasted carrots to a serving dish and sprinkle with toasted seeds. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 8000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Add a sprinkle of chopped parsley for freshness.

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