Holiday Glazed Carrots with Orange and Cranberries
Infuse your holiday table with vibrant color and flavor using this irresistible recipe for Holiday Glazed Carrots with Orange and Cranberries. Tender, diagonally-sliced carrots are simmered to perfection in a luxurious glaze made with fresh orange juice, fragrant orange zest, warm cinnamon, and a touch of brown sugar, creating the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. A handful of dried cranberries adds a pop of tartness and a festive flair, while a finishing sprinkle of fresh parsley brightens the dish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy yet elegant side dish is ideal for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special gathering. Impress your guests with this harmonious blend of flavors and textures that perfectly complements roasted meats or vegetarian mains.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrots
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.5 cups fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 0.5 cups dried cranberries
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the carrots and slice them diagonally into 1/4-inch thick rounds for an attractive presentation.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the brown sugar, orange juice, orange zest, ground cinnamon, and salt to the pan. Stir to combine and allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer, about 2 minutes.
Add the carrot slices to the pan and toss them in the glaze to coat evenly.
Cover the pan with a lid and cook over medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are tender but not mushy.
While the carrots are cooking, add the dried cranberries to the pan during the last 5 minutes of cooking to allow them to soften and absorb some of the glaze.
Once the carrots are cooked, remove the lid and cook for another 2-3 minutes on medium-high heat to thicken the glaze slightly and coat the carrots well.
Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving bowl, sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
723 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.7 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.0 g | 105% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1258 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.3 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 86.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 79 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 508 mg | 11% | |
*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.
