Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots
A simple recipe for sweet and savory roasted carrots coated in a honey, garlic, and butter glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Total Time: 35 min
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
- Place the cut carrots on a large baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Pour the glaze mixture over the carrots and toss them until they are evenly coated.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the carrots are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the glaze mixture.
- If your carrots are very thick, cut them into smaller pieces to ensure even cooking.
- You can substitute maple syrup for honey if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 15