Here’s a delicious, simple recipe for Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots—sweet, savory, and perfectly caramelized:
Ingredients (serves 4)
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1 lb (≈450 g) carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or rounds
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3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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2 tbsp honey
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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Optional garnish: chopped parsley or thyme
Instructions
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Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). -
Prepare Carrots
Place the carrots in a large mixing bowl. -
Make Honey Garlic Butter
In a small bowl, combine melted butter, honey, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well. -
Coat Carrots
Pour the honey garlic butter mixture over the carrots. Toss until all carrots are evenly coated. -
Roast
Spread the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until carrots are tender and slightly caramelized at the edges. -
Serve
Transfer to a serving dish, sprinkle with parsley or thyme if desired, and serve warm.
Tips & Variations
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Add heat: Sprinkle a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick.
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Balsamic twist: Drizzle 1 tsp of balsamic vinegar over carrots before roasting for extra depth.
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Crispier edges: Roast on a preheated baking sheet or broil for the last 2–3 minutes.
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Baby carrots: If using baby carrots, reduce roasting time to 15–20 minutes.
If you want, I can also create a one-pan version with honey garlic butter carrots and potatoes for a full roasted side dish. Do you want me to do that?
