Carrots coated in maple, honey butter rub are perfect for any weekday or holiday meal! This honey roasted carrot recipe is ready in under 30 minutes, and you can even add your protein of choice to the same sheet pan for easy cleanup. These buttery and crispy carrots are definitely a family favourite.
The sweetness and stickiness of the honey with maple syrup, and rich melted butter, will convince any picky eater to have a plate full of carrots on the dinner table. My recipe only requires one bowl, a sheet pan and parchment paper. So for your next meal, serve up this quick side dish and indulge!
- Carrots – For this recipe, whole, peeled carrots are recommended.
- Butter– I used unsalted butter, but salted butter or margarine can be used.
- Oil– Avocado oil is recommended due to its high heat point but extra virgin olive oil will work just fine.
- Honey– Use your favourite type of honey. Hot honey would be a great addition!
- Maple– Use high-quality maple syrup for that extra sweet flavour.
- Dijon mustard– Dijon mustard adds an amazing tang and slight spice.
- Parsley– Dried or fresh parsley can be used (Note: fresh parsley will wilt and may burn in the oven).
- Sea Salt– We used sea salt in this recipe. You can use table salt or flakey salt as well.
- Chilli flakes– This recipe uses chilli flakes. Sambal olek or hot sauce can be used instead.
INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1: Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. After washing and peeling the carrots, slice them lengthwise. Place the carrots on a lined baking sheet.
Step 2: Melt the butter in a small, microwave-safe bowl for 20 to 30 seconds depending on your microwave. Combine the butter with oil, maple syrup, honey, dijon mustard, parsley, salt, and chilli flakes in the same bowl. Whisk the ingredients together until combined.
Step 3: Pour the mixture over the carrots evenly and toss the carrots together until each carrot is well coated. Line the carrots evenly on the baking sheet.
Step 4: Bake the carrots for about 20 to 30 min or until fork tender. Once done garnish with parsley, then drizzle some honey over the carrots.
Serving Suggestions
Honey Roasted Carrots
Ingredients
- 1.5 pound carrots
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon chilli flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Wash and peel carrots.1.5 pound carrots
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice the carrots vertically in half and place them on the baking sheet.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter.2 tablespoon butter
- To the same bowl, add the oil, maple syrup, honey, dijon mustard, dried parsley flakes, salt, and chili flakes. Whisk together until combined.1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 2 tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, 1/2 teaspoon chilli flakes
- Pour the mixture over the carrots and toss them together until all the carrots are coated.
- Spread the carrots out evenly on the baking sheet. Place the carrots into the oven for approximately 20-30 minutes or until the carrots are tender and browned. (Note: Timing may vary due to carrot size and oven temperatures)
- Once cooked remove from the oven immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- The baking time may increase if using larger sized carrots.
- Use a fork or knife to test if the carrots are tender and cooked.
- If the carrots are starting to brown in the oven and the carrots are raw, just cover the baking sheet with a foil paper to avoid burning the carrots.
- Store the carrots in an airtight container and refrigerate. The carrots will last between 2 to 4 days.
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