Print

Honey Roasted Carrots with Garlic Butter

Honey Roasted Carrots with Garlic Butter
Print Recipe

Honey Roasted Carrots with Garlic Butter is a simple and flavorful side dish featuring tender carrots roasted to golden perfection, glazed with natural honey and infused with rich garlic butter. This recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or festive holiday meals.

Ingredients

Scale

Carrots

  • 1 lb fresh medium-sized carrots, washed and peeled

Glaze and Seasoning

  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Optional Fresh Herbs

  • Parsley, chopped (optional)
  • Thyme or rosemary sprigs (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep your carrots: Start by washing and peeling the carrots. Cut them into evenly sized sticks or halves depending on their size to ensure even roasting. This helps the honey and garlic butter coat every piece beautifully.
  2. Prepare the garlic butter mixture: Melt the unsalted butter over low heat on the stove or in the microwave. Add minced garlic to the melted butter and let it infuse for a few minutes to bring out its rich aroma, but be careful not to brown the garlic.
  3. Toss carrots with honey and oil: In a large bowl, combine the carrot pieces with olive oil and honey. This mixture not only adds sweetness but also helps the carrots roast evenly and develop a caramelized exterior.
  4. Roast the carrots: Spread the carrots out on a baking sheet in a single layer. Pour the garlic butter evenly over the carrots, seasoning with salt and pepper. Roast in a preheated oven at about 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure they caramelize evenly.
  5. Finish and serve: Once roasted to a tender, golden perfection, optionally sprinkle fresh herbs like parsley or thyme before serving to add color and fragrance. The Honey Roasted Carrots with Garlic Butter are now ready to enhance any meal.

Notes

  • Uniform cuts: Cut carrots to similar sizes for even cooking and consistent texture.
  • Don’t skimp on garlic: Fresh minced garlic provides the best flavor, and letting it infuse in melted butter optimizes aroma.
  • Use high-quality honey: A good quality honey enhances sweetness without overpowering the dish.
  • Stir halfway through roasting: This prevents uneven browning and ensures every carrot is perfectly caramelized.
  • Add herbs last: Fresh herbs lose their flavor if cooked too long, so sprinkle them just before serving.

Nutrition

Keywords: honey roasted carrots, garlic butter carrots, side dish, roasted carrots, healthy carrot recipe, holiday side dish

Find it online: https://marybaking.com/honey-roasted-carrots-with-garlic-butter/