Honey Glazed Carrots
Elevate your side dish game with these irresistible Honey Glazed Carrots—perfectly tender carrots coated in a luscious blend of honey, brown sugar, and butter for a sweet and savory balance that everyone will love. Ready in just 25 minutes, this simple yet elegant recipe features a quick steaming technique to lock in the carrots' natural sweetness, followed by a gentle sauté that creates a glossy glaze rich with caramelized flavor. Finished with a sprinkle of ground black pepper for subtle spice and optional fresh parsley for a pop of color, these glazed carrots are a versatile addition to holiday spreads or weeknight dinners. Easy to prepare and beautifully vibrant, this crowd-pleasing dish is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb carrots
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 0.25 cup water
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and peel the carrots. If the carrots are large, slice them into uniform 1/4-inch thick rounds or sticks.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the carrots to the skillet. Stir to coat them evenly in the melted butter.
Pour in the water and sprinkle the salt over the carrots. Stir to combine.
Cover the skillet with a lid and allow the carrots to steam for 5-7 minutes, or until they begin to soften but still hold their shape.
Remove the lid and stir in the honey and brown sugar. Increase the heat to medium-high and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid reduces to a sticky glaze and the carrots are fully tender, about 6-8 minutes.
Sprinkle the ground black pepper over the glazed carrots and toss to incorporate.
Transfer the honey glazed carrots to a serving bowl, garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
380 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.1 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1210 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 143 mg | 3% | |
*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.
