Lemon Dijon Mustard Honey Baby Carrots
Transform your side dishes with these irresistible Lemon Dijon Mustard Honey Baby Carrots—a vibrant medley of sweet, tangy, and buttery flavors that elevate tender baby carrots to gourmet status. This quick and easy recipe pairs perfectly with roasted meats, poultry, or vegetarian mains, featuring a luscious glaze made from honey, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic zest. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish combines pantry staples with a gourmet twist and can be topped with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness. Whether served at a holiday feast or a casual family dinner, these glazed carrots are a crowd-pleasing side that’s as beautiful as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams baby carrots
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon zest of a lemon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Wash and peel the baby carrots if needed. If they are thick, consider slicing them in half lengthwise for even cooking.
Fill a medium-sized pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Once the water is boiling, add the baby carrots and cook them for 6-8 minutes, or until they are tender but still slightly firm. Drain the carrots and set them aside.
In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Once the butter is melted, add the honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the skillet. Stir the mixture until well combined and slightly thickened, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the cooked and drained baby carrots to the skillet. Toss them gently to coat them evenly in the glaze.
Season the carrots with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Optionally, sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the glazed carrots for added color and flavor.
Serve the Lemon Dijon Mustard Honey Baby Carrots warm as a side dish, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
693 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.5 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 72 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 2512 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.7 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.8 g | ||
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 186 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1681 mg | 36% | |
*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.
