Description
Honey Glazed Carrots are a deliciously sweet and savory side dish featuring tender carrots roasted with a honey, garlic, and spice glaze. This easy sheet pan recipe is perfect for adding a burst of flavor and a touch of natural sweetness to your meal, garnished with fresh herbs for an elegant finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots
- 2 pounds carrots (peeled)
Glaze
- 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: Peel and dice the carrots, then cut them diagonally into 1 to 1.5-inch pieces. For large or thick carrots, 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 well to coat all pieces evenly.
- Roast the Carrots: Spread the glazed carrots evenly on a sheet pan. Roast in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 25 minutes, tossing the carrots halfway through cooking to promote even caramelization. Optional: Broil for 2 to 3 minutes at the end to achieve extra caramelized edges.
- Serve and Garnish: Transfer the roasted carrots to a serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, thyme, or other preferred herbs before serving.
Notes
- This recipe makes an easy and flavorful side dish suitable for weeknight dinners or holiday meals.
- If you prefer a vegan alternative, use olive oil instead of butter or ghee.
- For added texture, sprinkle toasted nuts like pecans or walnuts as a garnish.
- Adjust the honey quantity to suit your desired level of sweetness.
- Use fresh herbs for best flavor, but dried herbs can be substituted if necessary.
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
