Description
Indulge in the delightful flavor of Glazed Roasted Carrots, a side dish that perfectly marries the natural sweetness of carrots with a rich garlic butter and honey glaze. These tender, caramelized carrots not only elevate family dinners but also shine at holiday feasts and casual gatherings. With their vibrant color and glossy finish, they are visually appealing and incredibly easy to prepare. Whether you’re a cooking novice or an experienced chef, this simple recipe will impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.
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 and grease a baking sheet.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté minced garlic until lightly browned (about 3 minutes). Stir in honey until combined.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the cut carrots with the garlic butter mixture, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the glazed carrots on the baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 22-25 minutes until tender and browned.
- Adjust seasoning if needed, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg