Description
Honey Glazed Carrots are a simple and delicious side dish featuring tender roasted carrots coated in a sweet and savory honey glaze with hints of garlic and warm spices. Perfect for adding a flavorful touch to your meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 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 the Carrots: Dice the carrots by cutting them on a diagonal into pieces about 1 to 1.5 inches long. For larger, thicker carrots, slice them in half lengthwise to ensure even cooking.
- Toss Carrots 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. Mix well until all pieces are evenly coated with the glaze.
- Roast the Carrots: Spread the glazed carrots evenly on a sheet pan. Roast them in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 25 minutes, tossing halfway through to ensure even cooking. Optionally, broil for an additional 2 to 3 minutes to achieve caramelized edges.
- Serve and Garnish: Transfer the roasted carrots to a serving dish, and garnish with chopped parsley, thyme, or your preferred herbs if desired. Serve warm as a flavorful side dish.
Notes
- This sheet pan recipe is quick and easy, perfect for weeknights or holiday meals.
- You can substitute butter with ghee or a vegan butter alternative for different dietary needs.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey according to your taste.
- Fresh herbs like thyme or parsley add a bright, fresh flavor as a garnish but are optional.
- Broiling at the end enhances caramelization but watch carefully to prevent burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 244 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 499 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
