10+ Carrot Recipes You’ll Love to Try Today

Carrots are way more flexible than most folks give them credit for. You can eat them raw, cooked, sweet, or savory—there’s a recipe for almost any mood.

Honestly, it’s not hard to toss a tasty carrot dish into your dinner lineup. Most of these recipes use stuff you probably already have kicking around the kitchen.

Ingredients

• Carrots
• Butter
• Honey or brown sugar
• Salt
• Pepper

Cooking Instructions

1. Peel and cut carrots however you like.
2. Pick your method: roast, boil, or glaze.
3. Add butter, honey, or sugar as needed.
4. Cook until they’re tender and tasty.
5. Season with salt and pepper at the end.

1) Honey Glazed Oven Roasted Carrots

If you want sweet, tender carrots, honey-glazed roasted carrots are a no-brainer. Toss them with honey, butter, and maybe a hit of garlic or rosemary if you’re feeling fancy.

Roasting at 400°F (205°C) caramelizes the sugars, so the inside gets soft and the outside crisps up just a little. The sweet and savory combo is hard to beat.

This side dish fits in with just about any meal. Prep is quick, and you’ll have them ready in about half an hour.

Ingredients

• 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut
• 1/4 cup butter
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
2. Toss carrots with melted butter, honey, garlic powder, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread carrots out on a baking sheet.
4. Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring once.
5. Serve while they’re still warm.

For more details, check out this honey glazed carrots recipe.

2) Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots with Butter

Looking for something buttery and sweet? Boil your carrots until they’re just soft, then toss them in a brown sugar and butter glaze.

The glaze coats each carrot with a shiny, sweet finish. Add a pinch of salt to keep things balanced.

Use sliced carrots or baby carrots—it’s up to you. The gentle simmer keeps their flavor front and center.

Ingredients

• 1 pound carrots, sliced or whole
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• Pinch of salt

Cooking Instructions

1. Boil carrots in water until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Drain.
2. Melt butter in a pan over medium heat.
3. Stir in brown sugar until smooth.
4. Toss carrots in the glaze.
5. Cook for 2-3 minutes until shiny and coated.
6. Sprinkle with salt and serve.

Here’s a simple brown sugar glazed carrots recipe.

3) Buttery Cooked Carrots Simmered in Brown Sugar

This one’s almost too easy. Simmer carrots in butter and brown sugar until they’re soft and just a little caramelized.

Even carrot skeptics usually come around after trying these. The brown sugar isn’t overwhelming, just enough for a hint of caramel.

All you really need is a little patience while they simmer and soak up that buttery goodness.

Ingredients

• 1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• Pinch of salt

Cooking Instructions

1. Put carrots in a saucepan, cover with water.
2. Bring to a boil, then simmer until tender (about 10 minutes).
3. Drain and return carrots to the pan.
4. Add butter, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt.
5. Cook on low, stirring, until glazed.
6. Serve warm.

Find the full recipe at Allrecipes (link).

4) Easy Oven Roasted Carrots with Olive Oil and Herbs

If you want something fuss-free, try oven-roasted carrots with olive oil and herbs. Toss fresh carrots with oil, salt, pepper, and whatever herbs you’ve got—thyme and rosemary work great.

Roast at 425°F (220°C) for about 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway. They’ll get tender and a little golden.

You can drizzle on some honey if you want a bit of sweetness. This dish fits almost any meal and is super easy to pull together.

Ingredients

• Fresh carrots
• Olive oil
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Peel and cut carrots evenly.
3. Toss with oil, salt, pepper, and herbs.
4. Spread on a baking sheet.
5. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping once.
6. Pull them out when they’re tender and golden.

5) Carrot, Date and Feta Salad

This salad is honestly a great surprise. Fresh carrots, sweet dates, and salty feta make for a killer combo.

The dates bring a chewy sweetness that goes perfectly with the tangy cheese. Toss everything with a quick olive oil and honey (or lime) dressing.

If you’ve got fresh cilantro or mint, chop some in for a little extra pop. The crunch from the carrots really makes it.

Ingredients

• 3 medium carrots, grated or sliced
• ½ cup chopped dates
• ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon honey or lime juice
• Fresh cilantro or mint, chopped (optional)
• Salt to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Peel and grate or slice carrots.
2. Chop dates.
3. Whisk oil and honey or lime juice.
4. Toss carrots, dates, and feta with dressing.
5. Add herbs and salt, mix well.
6. Serve right away or chill for half an hour.

Check out a similar carrot, date, and feta salad here.

6) Carrot Top Chimichurri Sauce

Don’t toss those carrot tops! Carrot top chimichurri is a zippy, herby sauce that’s awesome on roasted veggies or grilled meats.

Wash the carrot greens well, chop them up, and blend with olive oil, vinegar, garlic, and oregano. It comes together fast and tastes super fresh.

Store it in the fridge and use it all week. Plus, you’ll waste less and sneak in some extra greens.

Ingredients

• Carrot tops (washed)
• Olive oil
• White wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
• Garlic
• Oregano (fresh or dried)
• Salt
• Pepper

Cooking Instructions

1. Wash and roughly chop carrot tops.
2. Blend carrot tops, oil, vinegar, garlic, and oregano.
3. Pulse so it’s chopped but still a little chunky.
4. Add salt and pepper to taste.
5. Store in a jar in the fridge for up to a week.

More info in this Carrot Greens Chimichurri Recipe.

7) Sautéed Carrots with Ginger Ale and Butter

Honestly, this one’s a bit quirky but it works. Ginger ale adds a light sweetness that pairs with the butter in a really nice way.

Cook sliced carrots in butter, then pour in ginger ale and salt. Cover and let them simmer until tender.

The ginger ale glazes the carrots and gives them a shiny finish. Stir now and then to keep things moving.

Ingredients

• 1 pound sliced carrots
• ¼ cup butter
• ½ can (6 oz) ginger ale
• ½ teaspoon salt

Cooking Instructions

1. Melt butter in a big sauté pan.
2. Add carrots, salt, and ginger ale.
3. Cover and simmer.
4. Turn heat to low, cook 15-20 minutes until soft.
5. Remove lid, stir to coat carrots in glaze.
6. Serve warm.

8) Classic Roasted Carrots with Thyme

Roasting carrots is one of the best ways to bring out their sweetness. Just toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and fresh thyme for a little earthy kick.

Pop them in a hot oven until they’re tender and starting to caramelize at the edges. Stir once halfway so they cook evenly.

You really can’t go wrong with this classic side dish.

Ingredients

• Carrots
• Olive oil
• Fresh thyme
• Salt
• Ground black pepper

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Peel and cut carrots.
3. Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme.
4. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
5. Roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring once.
6. Pull them out when tender and browned at the edges.

9) Honey Roasted Whole Carrots

You can whip up honey roasted whole carrots with just a handful of ingredients. Coat the carrots in honey and a splash of oil, then pop them in a hot oven.

That high heat really brings out their natural sweetness and gives them a caramelized edge. I always toss in a pinch of salt and some fresh herbs—maybe rosemary or parsley—if I’ve got them on hand.

These are quick to make and work with almost any meal. The carrots come out warm, soft, and glossy with that honey glaze—pretty irresistible, honestly.

Ingredients

• Whole carrots (about 1 pound)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Pinch of salt
• Optional: minced rosemary or parsley

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Toss the carrots with olive oil, honey, and salt.
3. Spread them on a baking sheet in a single layer.
4. Roast for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through.
5. Add herbs if you like, then serve warm.

For extra details, check out this honey roasted carrots recipe.

10) Sweet Glazed Carrots with Five Ingredients

You only need five ingredients for sweet glazed carrots. This dish comes together fast, making it a lifesaver on busy nights or when you want something a little special.

The carrots turn out tender and shiny, coated with a light sugary glaze. It’s just enough sweetness to make them feel like a treat without being over the top.

All you have to do is cook the carrots, add the glaze, and let it thicken as you stir. Pretty straightforward.

Ingredients

• Carrots
• Butter
• Brown sugar
• Salt
• Water

Cooking Instructions

1. Peel the carrots. Slice them as evenly as you can.

2. Toss the slices into a pot of water. Sprinkle in a pinch of salt.

3. Boil the carrots until they’re tender.

4. Pour off most of the water, but leave just a little in the pan.

5. Drop in some butter and brown sugar.

6. Cook everything over medium heat. Stir now and then, and watch as the glaze thickens and coats the carrots.

7. Serve them warm.

If you want more details, check out Budget Bytes’ Sweet Glazed Carrots Recipe.