Description
Get ready to take your roasted carrots to the next level with this irresistible Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots recipe. Carrots have long been a beloved vegetable, prized for their natural sweetness, vibrant color, and incredible versatility. When you combine them with the dynamic duo of honey and garlic, you create a side dish that’s sure to steal the show. Prepare to be wowed by the rich, caramelized flavors and the tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture of these Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots.
Ingredients
- 2 pound carrots, peeled and cut into 3-inch pieces
- 8 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoon honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to a toasty 425°F. This high heat is the secret to achieving those irresistible caramelized edges on your Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots.
2. Now, let’s get saucy! In an oven-safe skillet, melt that butter over medium heat. Once it’s nice and melted, stir in the honey and minced garlic. The honey and garlic will come together in a mouthwatering fusion of flavors, just waiting to coat those carrot pieces.
3. Time to add the star of the show – the carrots! Toss the carrot pieces in the honey garlic butter sauce, ensuring they’re evenly coated. Season with a sprinkle of salt and a grind or two of black pepper.
4. With the carrots dressed to impress, pop that skillet right into the preheated oven. Let them roast for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they’re fork-tender and caramelized to perfection.
5. When the Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots emerge from the oven, it’s time to add the finishing touch. Sprinkle them with fresh, fragrant parsley for a pop of color and an extra layer of flavor.
6. Serve these beauties warm and watch as they disappear from the plate. Trust me, your family and guests will be fighting for the last bite of these irresistible Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots.
Notes
While the classic Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots are an absolute delight, there are endless ways to put your own spin on this dish. Consider using maple syrup instead of honey for a slightly different flavor profile. You could also try adding other vegetables, like parsnips or potatoes, to the mix for a hearty root vegetable medley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg