Glazed Asparagus Carrots with Pecans
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible recipe for Glazed Asparagus Carrots with Pecans. Featuring tender-crisp asparagus and sweet, roasted carrots tossed in a buttery brown sugar, honey, and balsamic glaze, this dish strikes the perfect balance of savory and sweet. The toasted pecans add a delightful crunch and nutty depth that takes this recipe to the next level. Ready in just 25 minutes, this vibrant vegetable medley is as easy to make as it is stunning to serve, making it the perfect addition to your holiday table, weeknight dinner, or any special occasion. Serve warm for a dish that's as satisfying as it is elegant!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 3 large carrots
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 cup pecans
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Trim the woody ends off the asparagus. Peel and slice the carrots into thin, diagonal slices approximately 1/4-inch thick for even cooking.
In a large skillet over medium heat, toast the pecans for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the carrots and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become slightly tender.
Add the asparagus to the skillet with the carrots. Season with salt and black pepper. Continue to cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender yet still crisp.
While the vegetables cook, in a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the brown sugar, honey, and balsamic vinegar. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the glaze is smooth and slightly thickened.
Pour the glaze over the asparagus and carrots in the skillet, tossing gently to coat the vegetables evenly.
Sprinkle the toasted pecans over the glazed vegetables and stir gently to combine.
Remove from heat and transfer the glazed asparagus, carrots, and pecans to a serving platter. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1309 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.1 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.4 g | 107% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 24.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1490 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.6 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.3 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.6 g | ||
| Protein | 21.6 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 2066 mg | 44% | |
*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.
