Description
Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots are a delightful side dish that perfectly balances the natural sweetness of tender carrots with a rich, flavorful glaze of honey, garlic, and butter. This recipe is incredibly easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for both casual weeknight dinners and festive holiday gatherings. The carrots roast beautifully in the oven, achieving a caramelized exterior while remaining tender inside. With just a few simple ingredients, this dish can elevate any meal or serve as a standout vegetarian option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds carrots (peeled and cut into uniform sizes)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Optional: 1 teaspoon lemon juice, chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the carrots by peeling and cutting them into uniform sticks or slices.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, honey, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika (if using).
- Toss the carrots in the honey garlic mixture until well-coated.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
- Drizzle with lemon juice before serving and garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg