Description
Honey Glazed Carrots are a deliciously sweet and savory side dish made by roasting carrots with a honey, garlic, and spice glaze. This easy sheet pan recipe highlights tender, caramelized carrots with warm notes of cinnamon and ginger, perfect for complementing 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
Garnish
- parsley, thyme or other herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Carrots: Dice carrots and cut them on a diagonal into 1 to 1.5 inch lengths. For larger, thicker 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 Carrots: Spread the glazed carrots evenly on a sheet pan. Roast in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 25 minutes, tossing halfway through to ensure even caramelization. For extra caramelized edges, broil the carrots for an additional 2 to 3 minutes at the end.
- Serve: Transfer the roasted carrots to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh herbs like parsley or thyme if desired. Serve warm as a flavorful side dish.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor, but garlic powder can be substituted in a pinch.
- For a vegan version, substitute butter with extra olive oil or vegan margarine.
- If carrots are very thick, ensure they are sliced smaller to cook evenly within the roasting time.
- Broiling at the end adds a nice caramelized texture, but keep a close eye to prevent burning.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
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
