Description
Glazed Roasted Carrots are a delightful side dish that brings out the natural sweetness of carrots, enhanced by a savory garlic butter and honey glaze. This easy recipe transforms humble carrots into a colorful and flavorful addition to any meal, from casual weeknight dinners to festive holiday gatherings. With just 10 minutes of prep time and minimal ingredients, these tender, caramelized carrots are sure to impress your family and guests alike. Their vibrant color not only enhances your plate presentation but also makes for a nutritious choice packed with vitamins.
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 (to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 3 minutes until lightly browned. Remove from heat and stir in honey.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the cut carrots with the garlic butter mixture, adding salt and pepper to taste.
- Spread the coated carrots in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 22-25 minutes or until browned and tender.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 130g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg