Description
A simple, sweet, and savory side dish featuring roasted carrots and parsnips tossed in a honey-garlic butter glaze. This recipe is ready in about 30 minutes and is perfect for busy weeknights or holiday tables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 pound parsnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Wash and peel the carrots and parsnips. Cut them into uniform 1-inch chunks to ensure even cooking.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Add the chopped vegetables to the bowl and toss until every piece is evenly coated in the glaze.
- Spread the vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure there is space between them to allow for caramelization.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping the vegetables halfway through (around the 10-12 minute mark).
- Remove from the oven when the vegetables are tender and have golden-brown, caramelized edges. Serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure vegetables are cut into uniform chunks for even cooking. Do not crowd the baking sheet, as this will cause steaming instead of roasting. If the honey starts to burn, cover loosely with foil for the last 5 minutes. For extra crispiness, brush with a little extra melted butter after removing from the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 220
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 2
Keywords: roasted carrots, roasted parsnips, honey garlic butter, root vegetables, easy side dish, weeknight dinner, vegetarian, gluten-free