Carrots with an Apple Glaze
Transform your veggie game with this irresistible recipe for Carrots with an Apple Glaze, a side dish that’s equal parts sweet, savory, and utterly satisfying. Fresh carrots are tenderly cooked and then enveloped in a luxurious glaze made from apple cider, brown sugar, and a hint of cinnamon, creating a perfect balance of natural sweetness and warmth. Butter adds richness, while a touch of salt, black pepper, and optional fresh parsley ensure a flavor profile that feels both elevated yet comforting. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is a breeze to prepare and works beautifully alongside roasted meats, holiday feasts, or even a simple weeknight dinner. Try this vibrant, glossy carrot recipe and bring a seasonal highlight to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 120 ml apple cider
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the carrots and cut them into evenly sized sticks or rounds, approximately 1/4-inch thick.
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and the carrots. Cook for 5 minutes or until the carrots are just tender but not mushy. Drain the carrots and set them aside.
In a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar, apple cider, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is well-combined.
Allow the sauce to come to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and becomes glossy.
Add the cooked carrots to the skillet and toss them to coat evenly in the apple glaze. Lower the heat and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are fully cooked and the glaze clings to them.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to taste.
Remove from heat and transfer the glazed carrots to a serving dish. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
537 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.4 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 950 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.5 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.7 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 212 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1766 mg | 38% | |
*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.
