Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots
Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots are a delightful side dish that transforms ordinary carrots into a culinary masterpiece. This recipe features tender, vibrant carrots enveloped in a rich glaze of honey, garlic, and butter, creating an irresistible sweet-savory flavor. Perfect for family dinners or festive occasions, these roasted carrots add a burst of color and flavor to any table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound baby carrots (or regular carrots, peeled and cut)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the carrots by peeling and cutting them if using regular ones. Place them in a mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper; whisk until blended.
- Pour the mixture over the carrots and toss to coat evenly.
- Spread the carrots on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for about 20 minutes or until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg