Description

Elevate your meals with Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots, a delightful side dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. These tender, caramelized carrots are coated in a luscious honey-garlic glaze that enhances their natural sweetness, making them an irresistible addition to any dinner table. With minimal effort required, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Serve them alongside grilled chicken, beef stew, or a vibrant quinoa salad to create a balanced and colorful plate that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound (450g) carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons honey
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Add carrot chunks to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated in the glaze.
Spread the carrots on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer.
Roast for 20-25 minutes, tossing halfway through until tender and slightly caramelized.
Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 113g)
Calories: 108
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 155mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating herbs like thyme or rosemary into the glaze. Feel free to use other root vegetables such as parsnips or sweet potatoes for variety.