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Home » Course » Side Dish » Honey Roasted Carrots and Parsnips

Published: Dec 1, 2021 · Modified: Oct 20, 2022 by Veronika's Kitchen * This post may contain affiliate links

Honey Roasted Carrots and Parsnips

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These Honey Roasted Carrots and Parsnips are a great side dish to serve with any meal! Made in 30 minutes, they have a sweet caramelization from the honey and delicious flavor from ground coriander.

Roasted Carrots and parsnips, topped with sesame seeds and pommegranate seeds.

One of my favorite side dishes to make in the Fall and the holiday season are these amazing Honey Roasted Carrots and Parsnips. It’s easy to make in just 30 minutes and will be a great recipe to prep a day before a big holiday celebration.

The honey provides just enough sweetness and caramelization, while the ground coriander compliments the “warm” flavors of the vegetables.

I love to serve it with my other side dishes, like Green Beans Amandine, Oven Roasted Butternut Squash, Roasted Broccoli with Parmesan, Gruyere Potatoes au Gratin, and Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe.

Ingredients to roasts carrots and parsnips.

How to make it

Preheat the oven to 400˚F.

Slice the carrots and parsnip on a long angle and place on a large baking sheet.

Drizzle over 3 tbsp olive oil and 3 tbsp honey, and sprinkle ½ tsp salt, 1 tsp dried thyme, and 1 tsp ground coriander.

Diced carrots and parsnips on a baking sheet before baking.

Using a spatula, toss everything until evenly coated and spread in a single layer.

Bake at 400˚F for about 20 minutes, stirring 2-3 times in between, until the vegetables are tender with caramelized edges.

Sprinkle over 1 tbsp sesame seeds and serve.

Diced carrots and parsnips before and after baking.

Tips for best results

  • Carrots. I prefer to use medium carrots, as they have the best texture and flavor. I noticed that large carrots might be a bit “woody” and tasteless, while the thin ones might come out a bit soggy and more burnt.
  • Sizing. When you chop carrots and parsnip, try to cut them in similar size, so they cook evenly.
  • Honey. Honey is great to create caramelization. Sometimes I also like to use a mix of honey and maple syrup to have more flavor.
  • Scraps. When you dice the carrots and parsnips and chop off the tops and bottoms, don’t throw the scraps away. I like to save and freeze all the scraps and use it for my Homemade Chicken Stock.
Baked carrots and parsnips on a baking sheet, topped with sesame seeds.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to store?

You can store it in an air-tight container and refrigerate for 4-5 days.

Can I make it ahead of time?

Yes! You can bake them a day in advance. Let them cool off and refrigerate overnight in an air-tight container. You can reheat them in the oven at 350˚F before serving.

Do I need to peel the carrots?

Fresh carrots usually have thin skin and there is no need to peel it. You can just wash them well and scrub the skin to remove all the dirt. Then simply dry and chop.

Roasted Carrots and parsnips, topped with sesame seeds and pommegranate seeds.

More Side Dishes Ideas:

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  • Chicken Macaroni Salad
  • Crispy Smashed Potatoes
  • Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
  • Roasted Beet Salad
  • Loaded Mashed Potatoes
  • Mediterranean Roasted Vegetables
  • Roasted Potatoes and Broccoli
Roasted Carrots and parsnips, topped with sesame seeds and pommegranate seeds.
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5 from 11 votes

Honey Roasted Carrots and Parsnips

These Honey Roasted Carrots and Parsnips are a great side dish to serve with any meal! Made in 30 minutes, they have a sweet caramelization from the honey and delicious flavor from ground coriander.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time30 mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 286kcal
Author: Veronika’s Kitchen

Ingredients

  • 1 pound carrots
  • 1 pound parsnips
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400˚F.
  • Slice the carrots and parsnip on a long angle and place on a large baking sheet.
  • Drizzle over 3 tbsp olive oil and 3 tbsp honey, and sprinkle ½ tsp salt, 1 tsp dried thyme, and 1 tsp ground coriander.
  • Using a spatula, toss everything until evenly coated and spread in a single layer.
  • Bake at 400˚F for about 20 minutes, stirring 2-3 times in between, until the vegetables are tender with caramelized edges.
  • Sprinkle over 1 tbsp sesame seeds and serve.

Notes

  • Carrots. I prefer to use medium carrots, as they have the best texture and flavor. I noticed that large carrots might be a bit “woody” and tasteless, while the thin ones might come out a bit soggy and more burnt.
  • Sizing. When you chop carrots and parsnip, try to cut them in similar size, so they cook evenly.
  • Honey. Honey is great to create caramelization. Sometimes I also like to use a mix of honey and maple syrup to have more flavor.
  • Scraps. When you dice the carrots and parsnips and chop off the tops and bottoms, don’t throw the scraps away. I like to save and freeze all the scraps and use it for my Homemade Chicken Stock.
  • How to store. You can store it in an air-tight container and refrigerate for 4-5 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 286kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 382mg | Potassium: 815mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 18968IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 105mg | Iron: 2mg
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  1. Hayley Dhanecha says

    November 14, 2022 at 5:43 am

    5 stars
    One of my favourites side dish for thanksgikving and christmas dinners. So delicious and easy recipe! Love anything honey.

    Reply
  2. Kari Heron | Chef and Steward says

    November 14, 2022 at 1:51 am

    5 stars
    This was such an am amazing combination on flavours and textures that I had to come back and tell you how much this recipe was such a delight to cook and eat!

    Reply
  3. Jacqueline Debono says

    November 13, 2022 at 1:46 pm

    5 stars
    I love roasting both parsnips and carrots. I normally just coat them in oil and season with salt and pepper. But the addition of honey, coriander and sesame seeds was a game changer. Seriously tastier!

    Reply
  4. Tristin says

    November 13, 2022 at 11:19 am

    5 stars
    We loved this so much, that I’ll be making it to serve at Thanksgiving. The pomegranate seeds gave that gorgeous pop of color and the sesame seeds the perfect little crunch.

    Reply
  5. Enriqueta E Lemoine says

    November 12, 2022 at 11:16 am

    5 stars
    I love parsnips, and this combination with carrots, plus the pomegranate seeds, is so colorful and festive that I have no doubt I’m making this recipe again as one of my Thanksgiving side dishes!

    Reply
  6. Tammy says

    November 11, 2022 at 1:00 pm

    5 stars
    This dish is so beautiful and colourful! What a lovely dish for the upcoming holidays 😀

    Reply
  7. Jessica says

    November 10, 2022 at 7:25 pm

    5 stars
    I tried these with the honey and maple syrup, to change it up, and the caramelization was perrrrfection! Great idea 🙂

    Reply
  8. Linda Warren says

    November 08, 2022 at 7:29 am

    5 stars
    This was so easy to make and I love the addition of the parsnips. I think it was the honey that caramelized the dish that made everyone come back for seconds. Thanks for getting the kids to eat their veggies!

    Reply
  9. Elaine says

    November 08, 2022 at 3:37 am

    5 stars
    I’ve never made anything like this, so I am getting super excited about this weekend. That would be the perfect time to give this recipe a try!

    Reply
  10. Marta says

    November 07, 2022 at 6:41 pm

    5 stars
    I made these honey roasted carrots and parsnips for an early Thanksgiving with friends and they were a hit! So easy to make, yet so full of flavor.

    Reply
  11. Kelly E says

    December 02, 2021 at 11:39 am

    5 stars
    I did not have parnips, only carrots. I LOVE honey, so the dish, I thought, was delicious! Yum!

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      December 02, 2021 at 1:46 pm

      Thank you so much, Kelly! I’m so happy you liked it!

      Reply

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