Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots Recipe Perfect for Holidays Recipe
This Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots recipe is a delicious and elegant side dish perfect for holidays or any special meal. Tender roasted carrots are coated in a savory-sweet glaze of honey, garlic, butter, and olive oil, then roasted to caramelized perfection and garnished with fresh parsley for a beautiful finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots
- 2 pounds fresh carrots, peeled and cut into evenly sized pieces
Glaze
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Prepare Carrots: Peel the carrots if not using baby carrots and cut them into uniform pieces about 2-3 inches long for even roasting. If using baby carrots, you can leave them whole.
- Make Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, minced garlic, olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Taste the glaze and adjust seasoning as preferred.
- Coat Carrots: Arrange the carrots on the prepared baking sheet and pour the glaze over them. Toss well to ensure each carrot piece is evenly coated with the honey garlic butter mixture.
- Roast Carrots: Spread the carrots out in a single layer for even roasting. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping the carrots halfway through cooking to promote even caramelization and tenderness.
- Garnish and Serve: Once the carrots are tender and lightly caramelized, remove them from the oven. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley if desired before serving.
Notes
- For a more intense garlic flavor, you can roast whole garlic cloves with the carrots.
- Baby carrots can be used as a time-saving alternative to peeling and cutting fresh carrots.
- The glaze mixture can be adjusted by adding more honey for extra sweetness or more garlic for a stronger flavor.
- Make sure to cut carrots evenly for uniform cooking and caramelization.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
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