Sweet and Simple Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots
This Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots recipe offers a sweet and savory side dish that delights with every bite.
Equipment
- Oven
- baking sheet
- saucepan
- Paper Towel
Ingredients
For the Carrots
- 1 pound baby carrots These tender, sweet carrots are perfect for roasting.
For the Honey Garlic Butter Sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey Adds a delightful sweetness, making these Honey Garlic Roasted Carrots extra special.
- 2 tablespoons butter Provides a rich flavor and helps in caramelizing the carrots beautifully.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Infuses the dish with a warm, savory aroma that's hard to resist.
For Seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt Enhances all the flavors and balances the sweetness.
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper Adds a subtle kick to the dish.
Instructions
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse the pound of baby carrots under cold running water and dry with a paper towel.
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in honey until well combined with the garlic butter.
- Spread the carrots on a baking sheet and pour the honey garlic butter mixture over them.
- Sprinkle the carrots with salt and black pepper and toss gently.
- Roast the carrots in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve.
Notes
These Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots are a delightful side dish that can be paired with a variety of main courses.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 9200IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg
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