Orange Glazed Carrots
Transform your vegetables into a star side dish with this recipe for Orange Glazed Carrots. Featuring tender carrots coated in a luscious glaze made from fresh orange juice, brown sugar, honey, and a hint of citrusy orange zest, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Quick to prepare with just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cook time, these carrots are simmered to perfection in a buttery glaze that thickens to a glossy finish. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a burst of color and flavor, elevating this dish to a dinner table favorite. Ideal for weeknight meals or holiday gatherings, these glazed carrots are a delicious way to brighten any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the carrots and cut them into uniform-sized sticks or rounds, about 2 inches long.
In a medium saucepan, bring about 4 cups of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Add the carrots to the boiling water and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until they are just tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the orange juice, brown sugar, unsalted butter, and honey. Stir until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved.
Stir in the orange zest, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes until it begins to reduce slightly.
Add the cooked carrots to the skillet, stirring to coat them evenly in the glaze.
Continue to cook the carrots in the glaze for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the glaze thickens and clings to the carrots.
Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the glazed carrots to a serving dish.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
411 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.6 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 620 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.3 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 379 mg | 8% | |
*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.
