Description
Honey Glazed Carrots is a delightful and easy-to-make side dish featuring tender carrots coated in a luscious honey and butter glaze, enhanced with a touch of brown sugar and warm spices. Perfectly balanced with sweet and savory flavors, this dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats or holiday meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots
- 2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or slices
Glaze
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Boil the Carrots: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the peeled and cut carrots and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until they are just tender but not mushy. Drain well to remove excess water.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the honey, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, and cinnamon if using, combining until smooth and fragrant.
- Glaze the Carrots: Add the drained carrots to the skillet. Toss them thoroughly to coat every piece with the honey butter mixture. Continue cooking for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the glaze thickens and evenly coats the carrots.
- Serve and Garnish: Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving dish. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top for a burst of color and freshness before serving warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a squeeze of fresh orange juice or a pinch of nutmeg to the glaze.
- Baby carrots can be used as a convenient alternative to sliced carrots.
- This side dish complements roasted chicken, turkey, or ham beautifully, making it perfect for holiday meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
