Description
Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots are a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that will elevate any meal. These vibrant orange carrots are roasted until tender and caramelized, then drizzled with a luscious honey-garlic butter mixture. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this simple yet impressive dish is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh medium-sized carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter with minced garlic and honey until well combined.
- In a large bowl, toss the carrot pieces with the melted butter mixture until fully coated.
- Spread the carrots evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until fork-tender and caramelized.
- Let cool slightly before serving; drizzle with extra honey and sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 130g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or fresh herbs like thyme. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days; reheat in a warm oven for about 10 minutes.