Description
Honey garlic roasted baby carrots elevate simple vegetables into a gourmet side dish that sparkles with sweet and savory charm. Caramelized edges and glossy glaze make these carrots irresistible, promising a delightful complement to any main course you serve.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 1 pound (454 grams) baby carrots, cut in half
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) honey
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) garlic pepper seasoning
Fats:
- 2 tablespoons (28 grams) butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to a high temperature of 425F (220C), ensuring the cooking environment is hot and ready for roasting.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly coat baby carrots with a luxurious blend of liquefied butter, golden honey, and aromatic garlic pepper seasoning, ensuring each vegetable is generously dressed.
- Spread the seasoned carrots evenly across a lightly greased baking sheet, creating a single layer that allows for optimal heat circulation and caramelization.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and roast for approximately 20 minutes, rotating the carrots midway to promote uniform browning and tender texture.
- Once the carrots emerge with a golden-brown exterior and a tender interior, remove from the oven and let rest briefly before presenting as a vibrant and flavorful accompaniment to your main course.
Notes
- Experiment with alternative seasonings like smoked paprika or dried thyme to create unique flavor profiles that complement the sweetness of honey and garlic.
- For a vegan version, swap butter with olive oil or coconut oil to maintain the rich, caramelized texture while keeping the dish plant-based.
- Ensure carrots are similar in size for even roasting, which helps achieve consistent tenderness and prevents some pieces from burning while others remain undercooked.
- Add a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley or chives just before serving to introduce a bright, fresh element that cuts through the sweet and savory flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 117 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg