Savory Honey-Butter Roasted Carrots
Elevate your vegetable side dish with these Savory Honey-Butter Roasted Carrots. This recipe transforms humble carrots into a sweet and savory delight. The process of roasting brings out their natural sugars while the honey and butter create a rich, caramelized exterior that is simply irresistible. Serve these delectable carrots as a perfect accompaniment to any main course or enjoy them as a healthy snack. Your taste buds will thank you for the delightful flavors and pleasing textures that will redefine how you enjoy carrots.
4
Servings
75
Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
carrots
2 (lbs, peeled and cut into 2-3 inch lengths, then halved or quartered)
butter
2 (tablespoons, softened)
honey
2 (tablespoons)
salt
1/2 (teaspoon)
black pepper
1/4 (teaspoon)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Carefully peel the carrots and cut them into 2-3 inch lengths. For even cooking, halve or quarter each piece so they are roughly the same size.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the carrots with softened butter, honey, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the carrots are evenly coated.
4
Transfer the coated carrots to a casserole dish or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spreading them out in a single layer.
5
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and roast in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Then, remove the foil, stir the carrots, and continue roasting for an additional 20-25 minutes until they are tender and beautifully caramelized, stirring once more halfway through.
6
Remove from the oven and let the carrots cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy these deliciously sweet and savory carrots alongside your favorite dishes!
Nutrition Information
2.75g
Fat
11.25g
Carbs
0.75g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Honey-Butter Roasted Carrots?
This is a vegetable side dish recipe that transforms carrots into a sweet and savory delight using honey and butter.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields 4 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 75 calories.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How should the carrots be prepared before roasting?
The carrots should be peeled and cut into 2-3 inch lengths, then halved or quartered to ensure even cooking.
What are the primary ingredients?
The ingredients are carrots, softened butter, honey, salt, and black pepper.
How many pounds of carrots are needed?
You will need 2 lbs of carrots.
How much honey and butter are used?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of softened butter and 2 tablespoons of honey.
How long do the carrots roast while covered with foil?
The carrots should roast covered for 40 minutes.
Why is aluminum foil used in the roasting process?
Foil is used to cover the dish initially to help the carrots tenderize before the final caramelization stage.
What is the roasting time after removing the foil?
After removing the foil, roast the carrots for an additional 20-25 minutes.
What is the total approximate roasting time?
The total roasting time is between 60 and 65 minutes.
Should the carrots be stirred during roasting?
Yes, stir the carrots when removing the foil and once more halfway through the final roasting stage.
What should the texture of the carrots be when finished?
The carrots should be tender and have a beautifully caramelized exterior.
Is this recipe considered a healthy option?
Yes, it is described as a healthy snack or side dish with 75 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 2.75g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
There are 11.25g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving contains 0.75g of protein.
Can I use a baking sheet instead of a casserole dish?
Yes, you can use a casserole dish or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Do I need to peel the carrots?
Yes, the instructions recommend carefully peeling the carrots.
Is there any sugar or sodium information available?
The provided data shows sugar and sodium values are not specified.
What category does this recipe fall under?
It is categorized as a Vegetable dish.
Can these be eaten as a snack?
Yes, the description suggests they can be enjoyed as a healthy snack.
How much salt and pepper are required?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
What does the honey-butter glaze do?
The honey and butter create a rich, caramelized exterior during the roasting process.
Are there any specific tags for this recipe?
Tags include roasted carrots, vegetable side dish, easy recipe, and honey glazed carrots.
Should the butter be melted or softened?
The recipe specifies using softened butter.
How should the carrots be arranged for roasting?
They should be spread out in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
What is the final step before serving?
Let the carrots cool for a few minutes after removing them from the oven.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 5 ingredients: carrots, butter, honey, salt, and pepper.