Description

This Garlic Butter Chantenay Carrots recipe features tender, caramelized Chantenay carrots roasted to perfection and then tossed in a flavorful mixture of garlic, butter, and fresh parsley. It’s an easy and delicious side dish that highlights the natural sweetness of the carrots enhanced by savory butter and aromatic garlic, finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for the perfect bite.

Ingredients

Scale

Vegetables

500g / 1lb Chantenay Carrots

Seasonings and Oils

1 1/2 tbsp Olive Oil
1/4 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Black Pepper

Butter and Aromatics

2 tbsp / 30g Butter, diced into small cubes
2 cloves Garlic, very finely diced
1 tbsp Fresh Parsley, very finely diced

Finishing

Flaky Sea Salt, to finish

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Instructions

Prepare the oven and carrots: Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Using the side of a potato peeler or a teaspoon, carefully pluck out the root from each Chantenay carrot and then slice them in half lengthwise to ensure even roasting.
Toss carrots with oil and seasoning: Place the halved carrots in a large baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly then space them out in the dish, making sure each carrot half lies flat-side down for optimal caramelization.
Roast until tender: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and roast for 35 minutes, or until the carrots are fork tender and lightly caramelized around the edges.
Add garlic, butter, and parsley: As soon as the carrots come out of the oven, add the finely diced garlic, butter cubes, and chopped fresh parsley to the baking dish. Toss the carrots gently so the butter melts and coats them while the garlic cooks lightly, releasing its aroma.
Finish and serve: Once the carrots are fully coated in garlic butter and fragrant, drizzle any remaining melted butter from the dish over the top. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt for a finishing touch. Serve immediately and enjoy the rich, savory flavors with the natural sweetness of the roasted carrots.

Notes

This recipe highlights how roasting Chantenay carrots lets their natural sweetness shine while adding a savory buttery garlic touch.
If Chantenay carrots are unavailable, other tender carrots can be substituted but adjust cooking time accordingly for size.
Using flaky sea salt at the end provides a pleasant crunchy texture and flavor contrast to the tender carrots.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 150 kcal
Sugar: 5.95 g
Sodium: 278 mg
Fat: 11.15 g
Saturated Fat: 4.399 g
Unsaturated Fat: 6.12 g
Trans Fat: 0.235 g
Carbohydrates: 12.65 g
Fiber: 3.6 g
Protein: 1.36 g
Cholesterol: 15 mg