Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots Recipe
This Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots Recipe is a simple yet flavourful side dish made with tender roasted carrots coated in a rich honey, garlic, and butter glaze—perfect for weeknight dinners or festive holiday meals.
Ingredients
- 1.5 –2 pounds carrots peeled and cut evenly
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 –3 cloves garlic finely minced
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional garnish: chopped parsley thyme, or chives
- Optional finish: flaky sea salt or a squeeze of lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Place the carrots in a large mixing bowl and pour the honey garlic butter mixture over them. Toss until all carrots are evenly coated.
- Spread the carrots out on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, making sure they are not overcrowded.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20–30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the carrots are tender and caramelized on the edges.
- Optional: Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end for extra caramelization, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh herbs or flaky sea salt if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- For a vegan version, replace butter with vegan butter or extra olive oil and swap honey for maple syrup.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for best texture.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat or fresh thyme for extra aroma.