Description
These Glazed Roasted Carrots are a delightful side dish with a sweet and savory flavor profile. The carrots are roasted to perfection and then glazed with a buttery honey garlic sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds carrots, diagonally cut into 2-3 inch pieces
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
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Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare carrots: Place the carrots on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Make the glaze: In a small saucepan, melt the butter, then add garlic, honey, salt, and pepper. Cook for a few minutes until well combined.
- Glaze the carrots: Pour the glaze over the carrots and toss to coat evenly.
- Roast: Roast in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the carrots are tender.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can add a sprinkle of cinnamon or a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra flavor variation.
- Make sure to toss the carrots halfway through roasting to ensure even glazing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg