Minted Orange Carrots
Brighten up your table with these Minted Orange Carrots, a vibrant and flavorful side dish that’s as healthy as it is stunning. Tender carrot slices are delicately simmered and coated in a luscious glaze made from fresh orange juice, zesty orange peel, golden honey, and a touch of butter for richness. The dish is elevated further with a sprinkling of fresh mint, adding a refreshing burst of flavor to complement the natural sweetness of the carrots. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy yet elegant recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts alike. Serve warm as a versatile accompaniment to roasted meats, grilled fish, or hearty vegetarian mains. Make this citrus-infused side dish a star on your menu!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 120 milliliters orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 250 milliliters water
Instructions
Peel the carrots and slice them diagonally into 1/4-inch thick pieces.
In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and the carrot slices. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the carrots are tender but still firm. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the orange juice, orange zest, honey, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 1-2 minutes until the mixture reduces slightly and becomes glossy.
Add the cooked carrots to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the orange glaze. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are fully coated and heated through.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the freshly chopped mint leaves over the carrots. Toss gently to incorporate the mint.
Transfer the minted orange carrots to a serving dish and garnish with additional mint leaves if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
133 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.1 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 333 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.8 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 473 mg | 10% | |
*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.
