Description
Honey Glazed Carrots are a deliciously sweet and savory side dish perfect for any meal. Tender roasted carrots are coated with a luscious glaze made from honey, garlic, and warm spices, then roasted to caramelized perfection. This recipe offers a simple yet flavorful way to elevate your vegetables with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots and Glaze
- 2 pounds carrots, peeled
- ¼ cup honey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or ghee
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- Parsley, thyme, or other herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Carrots: Dice the carrots by cutting them on a diagonal into pieces approximately 1 to 1.5 inches long. If carrots are large and thick, slice them in half lengthwise to ensure even cooking.
- Toss with Glaze: In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced carrots with honey, minced garlic, melted butter or ghee, olive oil, cinnamon, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly until all the carrots are well coated with the glaze.
- Roast Carrots: Spread the glazed carrots evenly on a heavy-duty sheet pan to prevent warping. Roast in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 25 minutes, tossing the carrots halfway through the cooking time. For extra caramelization, broil for an additional 2 to 3 minutes after roasting.
- Serve and Garnish: Transfer the roasted carrots to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley, thyme, or your choice of fresh herbs if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use a heavy-duty sheet pan to prevent the pan from warping during high heat roasting.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- You can freeze the cooked carrots for up to 3 months; thaw before reheating.
- Reheat leftovers in the microwave until warmed through, or reheat in a preheated oven to maintain crispness.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with more olive oil or use vegan butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
