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Printed July 28, 2026
Printed July 28, 2026
5-Ingredient Magic
Pomegranate Molasses Roasted Carrots
Whole roasted carrots get a Middle Eastern-inspired glaze that caramelizes into a sweet-tart coating. Simple enough for Tuesday, impressive enough for guests.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds medium carrots, peeled
- 3 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- Sea salt to taste
Preparation
Pomegranate molasses is an underused pantry staple that brings concentrated sweet-tart flavor to anything it touches. When it caramelizes on roasted carrots, the result is restaurant-quality with minimal effort.
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the peeled carrots with olive oil, cumin seeds, and a generous pinch of salt.
- Arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.
- Remove from oven, drizzle pomegranate molasses over the carrots, and toss to coat evenly.
- Return to oven and roast for another 10-15 minutes until carrots are tender and the molasses has caramelized into a glossy coating.
The cumin adds earthy warmth while the pomegranate molasses creates a beautiful glaze that's both sophisticated and crowd-pleasing. These carrots work as a side dish or can be served over yogurt for a light meal.
