Description
Culinary magic happens when Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots grace your dinner table, elevating simple vegetables into a delectable side dish. Caramelized edges and rich flavors invite you to savor each perfectly seasoned bite of this irresistible vegetable creation.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 1 pound (454 grams) carrots, peeled and trimmed
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Fats and Sweeteners:
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) honey
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 400F (200C) and cover a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Spread carrots across the sheet in a uniform layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded for even roasting.
- Create a flavor-packed glaze by combining melted butter, honey, minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Drizzle the aromatic mixture over carrots, thoroughly coating each piece for maximum flavor absorption.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, gently rotating carrots midway to promote uniform caramelization and tenderness.
- Once carrots are golden and soft, carefully remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch.
Notes
- Slice carrots uniformly to ensure even cooking and a beautiful presentation.
- Use fresh garlic for the most vibrant flavor and avoid pre-minced versions that can taste flat.
- Adjust honey amount for dietary needs: substitute with maple syrup for vegan option or reduce for lower sugar content.
- Check carrots at 15-minute mark to prevent burning and achieve perfect caramelization with golden edges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 122 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 82 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg