Description
These Honey Garlic Butter Carrots are a delightful side dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. Tender carrots are coated in a luscious glaze made from butter, honey, and garlic, then roasted to caramelized perfection. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness to this easy and delicious vegetable dish.
Ingredients
Carrots:
- Whole or baby carrots, trimmed and optionally peeled
Glaze:
- Unsalted or salted butter
- Honey
- Fresh garlic, minced
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the glaze: Melt butter in a saucepan, then stir in honey and garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
- Coat the carrots: Toss carrots in the glaze until coated.
- Roast: Spread carrots on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes. Drizzle with remaining glaze and roast for 5 more minutes.
- Serve: Sprinkle with parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can use baby carrots or whole carrots that are trimmed and cut into uniform sizes for even cooking.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of your favorite herbs or a dash of balsamic vinegar to the glaze.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting (Oven)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 184 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 301 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
