Description
Honey Glazed Carrots is a simple and delicious side dish featuring tender roasted carrots coated in a sweet and savory honey-garlic glaze with warming spices. Perfectly caramelized with a hint of cinnamon and ginger, this recipe is quick to prepare and adds a vibrant, flavorful element to any 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
- parsley, thyme or other herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Dice Carrots: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Cut the carrots on a diagonal into pieces about 1 to 1.5 inches long. For larger, thicker carrots, slice them in half lengthwise before cutting to ensure even cooking.
- Toss Carrots: 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 well to coat all the pieces evenly with the glaze and spices.
- Roast: Spread the glazed carrots out in a single layer on a sheet pan. Roast in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, tossing halfway through to ensure even caramelization. For extra caramelization, broil the carrots for 2 to 3 minutes at the end of roasting.
- Serve: Transfer the honey glazed carrots to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for added freshness and color. Serve warm as a delightful side dish.
Notes
- Use carrots of similar size for even roasting and tenderness.
- You can substitute butter with ghee for a richer flavor or olive oil for a lighter taste.
- Broiling at the end adds a nice caramelized edge but watch closely to prevent burning.
- Fresh herbs like parsley or thyme add a beautiful color contrast and enhance the flavor.
- This dish pairs well with roasted meats, grilled chicken, or as part of a holiday spread.
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
