Sweet and Savory Roasted Carrots with Honey Garlic Butter
150kcal
Ingredients
For the Carrots
- 1 lb baby carrots or regular carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for roasting
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
For the Honey Garlic Butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 tablespoons honey for sweetness
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika optional
Method
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the baby carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, minced garlic, thyme, and paprika (if using).
- Once the carrots are done roasting, drizzle the honey garlic butter over the top and toss gently.
- Serve warm as a delightful side dish.
Nutrition
Serving1servingCalories150kcalCarbohydrates20gProtein1gFat7gSaturated Fat4gPolyunsaturated Fat1gMonounsaturated Fat2gCholesterol15mgSodium200mgPotassium320mgFiber3gSugar6gVitamin A7000IUVitamin C6mgCalcium30mgIron0.5mg