Description
These Honey Glazed Carrots are a simple and delicious side dish featuring tender roasted carrots coated in a buttery honey glaze with garlic and a hint of lemon. Perfectly roasted to bring out natural sweetness, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots
- 2 pounds medium carrots (about 8)
Honey Glaze
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
Seasoning & Garnish
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 small lemon
- Chopped fresh parsley leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and heat it to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for roasting the carrots.
- Prepare Carrots: Peel and trim the carrots, then cut them into pieces as desired. Place the prepared carrots on a baking sheet lined for roasting.
- Make Honey Glaze: Melt the unsalted butter in a small pan or microwave, add the garlic and honey, and whisk together until well combined to create a flavorful glaze.
- Coat Carrots: Drizzle half of the honey glaze over the carrots on the baking sheet. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, then toss thoroughly to ensure all pieces are coated evenly.
- Roast Carrots: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the carrots for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven, toss the carrots to promote even cooking, then roast for an additional 15 to 20 minutes until the carrots are tender and caramelized.
- Finish: Remove the carrots from the oven and drizzle the remaining honey glaze over them. Squeeze the juice of half a small lemon onto the carrots and toss to incorporate the fresh citrus flavor. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired before serving.
Notes
- Use medium-sized carrots for even roasting and consistent texture.
- Adjust honey quantity to taste for a sweeter or lighter glaze.
- Roasting times may vary depending on carrot size—check tenderness with a fork.
- Parsley garnish adds freshness but is optional.
- For a stronger garlic flavor, mince garlic finely before melting it with butter.
