Description
A simple recipe for tender roasted carrots coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic butter glaze, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the cut carrots in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the butter mixture over the carrots and toss until they are evenly coated.
- Spread the coated carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Do not overcrowd the pan.
- Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the carrots are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle with fresh parsley after roasting.
- If you prefer a more savory profile, substitute 1 tablespoon of the honey with 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese added during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Cut carrots into uniform sizes to ensure even cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 15