Protocol: Roasted Carrots (Cumin + Honey)

Category: veg-sides
Tags: #weeknight #sheet-pan #sweet-savory #veg
Version: v0.1 Created: 2025-12-26 Servings: 2–4
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20–30 min
Tools: sheet pan

Goal / Why this exists

A dependable roasted side that plays well with chicken, fish, and grain bowls.

Ingredients

• 600 g carrots (coins or batons)
• 15 g olive oil
• 5 g honey
• 2 g ground cumin
• 4 g kosher salt
• Black pepper

Method

1. Heat oven to 425°F.
2. Toss carrots with oil, honey, cumin, salt, pepper.
3. Roast 20–30 min, toss once, until browned and tender.

Success criteria

• Browning on edges, tender center, not shriveled.