Honey Garlic Carrots
Honey Garlic Carrots are an easy 6 ingredient side dish that provides a bit of sweet relief to your next dinner. Naturally sweetened with honey and flavor enhanced with garlic cloves, this is an enjoyable way to get some healthy carrots in your diet.
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The benefits of a good tasting, simple side dish should not be understated as it gives you the ability to dedicate more time and attention to your main dish, and these Honey Garlic Carrots do just that. You can have this side dish ready in 30 minutes and it doesn’t involve much work to prepare.
If you are looking to make this a vegan dish, leave out the butter and swap out the honey for maple syrup, you will get that same sweetness and roast-like browning from the natural sugars of the syrup.
Try Honey Garlic Carrots as a side dish with Ranch Oven Baked Pork Chops, Lemon Rosemary Chicken, or for all you garlic lovers, double up on the garlic and serve these with Garlic Parmesan Chicken. If you end up having leftovers, these store well in the fridge for 3-4 days and reheat tasting just as good as they did the first time.
Why You’ll Love this Recipe:
Sweet and savory: Honey and garlic create a perfect flavor balance that makes carrots irresistible.
Simple ingredients: Just six pantry staples come together for a flavorful side.
Family-friendly: A dish both kids and adults enjoy, vegetables never tasted so good.
Roasted perfection: High heat caramelizes the carrots, bringing out their natural sweetness.
Holiday-ready: A colorful, elegant side dish fit for weeknights or festive dinners.
Ingredients to Make Honey Garlic Carrots:
- carrots. Use whole carrots for the best flavor, peeling and quartering them ensures even roasting. Baby carrots can be used but may not caramelize as well.
- butter. Adds richness and helps the carrots roast perfectly.
- honey. Provides sweetness and helps the carrots glaze and caramelize in the oven. Maple syrup can be used as a substitute.
- garlic cloves. Freshly minced cloves give the dish bold, savory depth. Avoid jarred garlic, which can taste bitter when roasted.
- salt & pepper. Simple but essential for balancing the sweetness and enhancing the overall flavor.
How to Make Honey Garlic Carrots:
- Set your oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir well to blend all the ingredients together. Add in the carrots and toss to coat.
- Spread the carrots out on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until they are tender and caramelized. Halfway through the baking time, turn them to ensure even cooking and browning.
Recommended Equipment
Recipe Notes & Tips:
- Cut evenly: Quarter carrots lengthwise so they roast at the same rate. Uneven pieces can lead to undercooked or mushy spots.
- Preheat the oven: A hot oven ensures the carrots caramelize properly instead of steaming.
- Line the pan: Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and to keep the glaze from sticking.
- Don’t overcrowd: Spread carrots in a single layer so they roast instead of steaming.
- Stir halfway: Toss the carrots once during roasting to coat them evenly in the honey-garlic glaze.
- Adjust sweetness: If you prefer less sweet, reduce the honey slightly or balance with a splash of lemon juice.
- Make ahead option: Peel and cut carrots a day in advance, then refrigerate in cold water. Drain well before roasting.
- Optional garnish: Sprinkle with fresh parsley or thyme after baking for color and flavor.
Serving Suggestions:
- Cauliflower Soup
- Breaded Parmesan Chicken
- Shrimp Foil Packs
- Seafood Stew
- Ranch Oven Baked Pork Chops
How to Store:
Refrigerator: Store cooled carrots in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Reheating: Warm in a skillet over medium heat with a splash of water or butter to refresh the glaze. You can also reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.
Freezer: Not recommended, as the honey glaze can separate and carrots may turn mushy.
Make ahead: Prepare the honey-garlic butter mixture up to 2 days in advance and refrigerate. Toss with carrots right before roasting.
FAQs:
Yes, baby carrots will work, but they may not caramelize as nicely as quartered whole carrots.
Mix the garlic with the butter and honey before tossing with carrots, this helps coat and protect it while roasting.
Yes, add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat, or a splash of lemon juice for brightness.
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Honey Garlic Carrots
Ingredients
Instructions
- Set your oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir well to blend all the ingredients together. Add in the carrots and toss to coat.
- Spread the carrots out on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until they are tender and caramelized. Halfway through the baking time, turn them to ensure even cooking and browning.
Nutrition
Notes
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- Cut evenly: Quarter carrots lengthwise so they roast at the same rate. Uneven pieces can lead to undercooked or mushy spots.
- Preheat the oven: A hot oven ensures the carrots caramelize properly instead of steaming.
- Line the pan: Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and to keep the glaze from sticking.
- Don’t overcrowd: Spread carrots in a single layer so they roast instead of steaming.
- Stir halfway: Toss the carrots once during roasting to coat them evenly in the honey-garlic glaze.
- Adjust sweetness: If you prefer less sweet, reduce the honey slightly or balance with a splash of lemon juice.
- Make ahead option: Peel and cut carrots a day in advance, then refrigerate in cold water. Drain well before roasting.
- Optional garnish: Sprinkle with fresh parsley or thyme after baking for color and flavor.
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