Description
Sweet, tender baby carrots roasted in a buttery honey glaze. This easy and elegant side dish features caramelized flavors and pairs well with both everyday meals and holiday feasts.
Ingredients
1 pound baby carrots
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon melted butter
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Optional: chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, melted butter, honey, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Add the baby carrots and toss until they are fully coated in the glaze.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until fork-tender and slightly caramelized.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving warm.
Notes
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne for a spicy variation.
Use maple syrup instead of honey for a richer sweetness.
Incorporate herbs like rosemary or thyme for added depth.
Can be made vegan by substituting butter with olive oil or vegan butter and using maple syrup or agave instead of honey.
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
