Description
Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots are a delightful side dish that combines the natural sweetness of carrots with a rich honey-garlic-butter glaze. This simple yet elegant recipe transforms ordinary carrots into a stunning centerpiece for any meal. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, these tender, caramelized carrots are sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and peel the carrots, cutting them into evenly sized pieces.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in garlic and honey until fragrant.
- Toss the carrots in a large bowl with the honey garlic butter mixture until well-coated.
- Spread the carrots on a parchment-lined baking sheet and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized, tossing halfway through.
- Serve warm, drizzled with any remaining sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (130g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary. Substitute olive oil for butter for a dairy-free option or use maple syrup instead of honey for a vegan variation.