Description
Sticky, sweet, and savory, these Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots are the ultimate crowd-pleasing side dish. With just a handful of pantry staples and 10 minutes of prep, you’ll have a dish that pairs with everything from quick weeknight dinners to festive holiday feasts. Roasted to golden perfection in a rich garlic butter glaze and finished with a drizzle of honey, this easy recipe is perfect for anyone looking for healthy snack options, quick vegetable sides, or simple dinner ideas. It’s an easy recipe that brings bold flavor and vibrant presentation with minimal effort.
Ingredients
2 pounds carrots, peeled (use whole carrots or rainbow variety if available)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons honey
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Peel and trim carrots. Cut large carrots in half lengthwise to ensure even roasting.
3. In a small saucepan or bowl, melt the butter, then stir in the honey and minced garlic.
4. Place carrots on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Pour honey garlic butter over them and toss to coat.
5. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
6. Roast in the oven for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
7. Remove from oven and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
8. Serve warm and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Use carrots of similar size to ensure even roasting.
Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet—space helps caramelization.
Add garlic after melting the butter to avoid burning during roasting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg