Description
Glazed Roasted Carrots are a deliciously sweet and tender side dish that brings vibrant color and rich flavor to any meal. Perfect for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or busy weeknights, this easy recipe features a delightful glaze made with garlic butter and honey. The result is a beautiful dish that not only tastes great but also adds a healthy touch to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds carrots (diagonally cut into 2–3 inch pieces)
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter until bubbly, then add minced garlic and cook for about 3 minutes until lightly browned. Stir in honey until combined.
- Toss the carrot pieces in a mixing bowl with the garlic butter mixture, salt, and pepper until well coated.
- Spread the carrots evenly on the greased baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes until fork-tender and slightly caramelized, checking occasionally.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg