Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots

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Meet your new favorite veggie side: Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots. These carrots are sweet, garlicky, and kissed with butter until caramelized to perfection. They’re not just a colorful addition to your plate, they also deliver big on flavor with minimal effort.

Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts, these roasted carrots have that irresistible glossy glaze and a hint of savory depth. Whether you’re serving them next to a roast or sneaking one straight from the tray, you’ll find them hard to resist.

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Why You’ll Love This Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots Recipe

These carrots strike the perfect balance of sweet and savory. The honey brings a natural sweetness, garlic adds a punch of flavor, and butter ties it all together into a rich, silky glaze. Roasting brings out their natural sugars and creates crispy, caramelized edges you’ll want more of. They’re simple enough for a weeknight, yet elegant enough for company.

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What Kind of Carrots Should I Use?

While you can use any carrots for this dish, thinner, young carrots with tops removed work best as they roast more evenly and quickly. Rainbow carrots also add a colorful, visually appealing touch. If using larger carrots, just be sure to halve or quarter them lengthwise so they cook evenly and absorb the glaze beautifully.

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Ingredients for the Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots

This recipe is all about enhancing the natural flavor of carrots. Each ingredient has a purpose:

• Carrots – The star! Sweet and earthy, they roast beautifully and absorb the honey-garlic glaze.
• Butter – Adds richness and helps the carrots caramelize.
• Honey – Gives that luscious, sweet glaze and caramel color.
• Garlic – Finely minced for aromatic, savory depth.
• Salt and Pepper – Simple seasonings that enhance all the other flavors.
• Fresh Parsley (optional) – For garnish and a pop of green.

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How To Make the Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots

Step 1: Prep Your Carrots

Peel the carrots and trim the ends. If they’re thick, cut them lengthwise so they’re all relatively the same size.

Step 2: Make the Glaze

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in honey, salt, and pepper.

Step 3: Coat the Carrots

Place carrots in a large bowl or directly on a baking sheet. Pour the glaze over and toss to coat them evenly.

Step 4: Roast to Perfection

Roast in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes, turning once halfway through. They’re done when tender with caramelized edges.

Step 5: Finish and Serve

Transfer to a serving dish, spoon any extra glaze from the pan over the top, and sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.

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How to Serve and Store Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots

These roasted carrots are best served hot and straight from the oven. Their caramelized edges and buttery glaze are irresistible when fresh. This recipe yields about 4 servings, making it great for family dinners.

To store leftovers, let them cool, then refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes to bring back that just-roasted taste.

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What to Serve With Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots?

Pair these carrots with just about any savory main. Here are some tasty ideas:

Garlic Butter Chicken with Rigatoni and Parmesan

The buttery, garlicky flavors of these carrots complement this creamy pasta dish perfectly. Try it here.

Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Add these as a sweet and savory side to balance out a bowl of rich soup.

Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken

A crunchy, cheesy chicken dish gets an upgrade with a side of glazed carrots.

Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine

The bold, herby flavors of this linguine dish pair deliciously with the honey notes of the carrots.

Duchess Potatoes

Double up on buttery goodness with these piped, crispy mashed potatoes.

Creamy Garlic Chicken Breasts

Smooth and garlicky chicken paired with roasted carrots is always a win.

Easy Veggie Patties

Keep it vegetarian with crispy patties and these sweet-savory carrots.

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Want More Side Dish Ideas?

If you’re into easy sides with major flavor, check out these other recipes on Nora Nosh:

• Parmesan Garlic Roasted Carrots for a crispy cheese twist.
• Duchess Potatoes if you want a show-stopping potato side.
• Crack Green Beans for a crispy, addictive veggie.
• Easy Veggie Patties when you need a hearty vegetarian option.
• Crockpot Kielbasa and Green Beans if you’re looking for savory comfort.

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