Honey Citrus Carrots
Brighten up your dinner table with these irresistibly sweet and tangy Honey Citrus Carrots! This easy side dish showcases tender carrot slices coated in a luscious glaze made from butter, honey, freshly squeezed orange and lemon juices, and a touch of zesty orange peel. Perfectly balanced with a hint of salt and pepper, this recipe is ready in just 25 minutes, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. The added garnish of fresh parsley provides a pop of color and herbaceous flavor, making these honey-glazed carrots as stunning to serve as they are delicious to eat. Packed with vibrant citrus notes and light caramelized sweetness, this dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats, seafood, or vegetarian mains. Bring a burst of flavor and elegance to your table with this crowd-pleasing recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1.5 tablespoons orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and trim the carrots. Slice them diagonally into 1/4-inch thick rounds for an appealing presentation.
Bring a medium-sized pot of salted water to a boil. Add the sliced carrots and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until they are just tender but still slightly firm. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Stir in the honey, orange juice, lemon juice, orange zest, salt, and black pepper. Allow the mixture to heat through, about 1 minute.
Add the cooked carrots to the skillet, stirring to coat them evenly in the honey citrus glaze.
Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are fully coated and slightly caramelized.
Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving dish. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
428 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.2 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.8 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1350 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.8 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 28 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 203 mg | 4% | |
*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.
