Glazed Carrots with Cider
Brighten up your dinner table with these irresistible Glazed Carrots with Cider—a simple yet elegant side dish bursting with fall-inspired flavors. Tender carrot slices are cooked to perfection in a luscious blend of sweet apple cider, rich brown sugar, and creamy butter, creating a glossy, caramelized glaze that amplifies their natural sweetness. A hint of salt and pepper balances the dish, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a vibrant finishing touch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight meals or holiday feasts. Serve these cider-glazed carrots alongside roasted meats, hearty grains, or your favorite vegetarian main for a crowd-pleasing side dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Carrots
- 1 cup Apple cider
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the carrots and slice them into uniform 1/4-inch thick rounds or diagonal slices. Set aside.
In a large skillet, combine the apple cider, brown sugar, butter, salt, and ground black pepper.
Place the skillet over medium heat and stir until the butter has melted and the sugar has dissolved.
Add the sliced carrots to the skillet, stirring to coat them evenly in the cider mixture.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low and cover the skillet with a lid.
Cook the carrots for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are fork-tender.
Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high. Continue cooking the carrots for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cider reduces to a glossy glaze that coats the carrots.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving dish. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
406 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.4 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1229 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.1 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.3 g | ||
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 426 mg | 9% | |
*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.
