Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots (Printable View)

Tender carrots roasted in honey garlic butter with herbs and lemon for a quick, flavorful side dish.

# Ingredient List:

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01 - 1 1/2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into uniform pieces
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
03 - 2 tablespoons honey
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
08 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
09 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
10 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
11 - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with cooking spray.
02 - Peel carrots and trim the ends. Cut large carrots into 2-inch sticks or diagonal slices; leave baby carrots whole if using.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and paprika.
04 - Place carrots in a large mixing bowl. Pour honey garlic butter mixture over the carrots and toss until evenly coated.
05 - Spread carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring minimal overlap for even cooking.
06 - Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping carrots halfway through, until they are tender and caramelized at the edges.
07 - Remove roasted carrots from the oven. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve warm.

# Supplementary Details:

01 - Cutting carrots uniformly ensures even roasting and consistent texture.

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