Honey Garlic Roasted Carrots
Elevate your side dish game with Honey Garlic Roasted Carrots, a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that will impress everyone at your table. Perfectly caramelized, tender carrots glisten under a honey-garlic glaze, making them irresistible to both kids and adults. This easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ingredients into a colorful and delicious addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh carrots (peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp honey
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Place the carrots on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and pour the honey-garlic mixture over them. Toss until evenly coated.
- Arrange the carrots in a single layer and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Serve warm, drizzled with any remaining glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute honey with maple syrup or sprinkle with cumin. Enhance the dish by adding crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat at 350°F for best results.