Baby Carrots with Lemon Walnuts
Brighten up your table with a burst of flavor and crunch in this vibrant recipe for Baby Carrots with Lemon Walnuts. Tender baby carrots are delicately simmered and then lightly glazed in a luscious blend of butter, honey, and fresh lemon juice, creating the perfect balance of sweetness and tang. A sprinkle of toasted walnuts adds a nutty richness and satisfying crunch, while a hint of lemon zest elevates the dish with citrusy freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy, elegant side dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Serve it warm to perfectly complement roasted meats, fresh salads, or vegetarian spreads, and delight your guests with its irresistible combination of textures and flavors. Ideal as a healthy and gourmet addition to your menu, this recipe showcases the best of seasonal ingredients with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams baby carrots
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 60 grams walnuts
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the baby carrots and trim any green tops if needed. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add the baby carrots and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they are just tender. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the cooked baby carrots to the skillet and toss to coat them in the butter.
Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and honey. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are glazed and heated through.
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until they are fragrant. Remove from heat and coarsely chop.
Sprinkle the toasted walnuts over the glazed carrots.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and toss everything gently to combine.
Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
594 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.5 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 72 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 2165 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.0 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 1639 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
