Sunshine State Carrots
Brighten up your dinner table with the vibrant and zesty flavors of Sunshine State Carrots! This quick and easy side dish combines tender, buttery carrots with a touch of Florida sunshine in the form of fresh orange juice and zest. Sweetened with a drizzle of honey and lightly spiced with cinnamon, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. Finished with a glossy citrus glaze and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, these carrots are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ideal for weeknight meals or holiday gatherings. Serve warm and let the fresh, citrusy aroma transport you straight to the Sunshine State!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Peel and slice the carrots diagonally into 1/4-inch thick pieces.
In a large skillet over medium heat, combine water and carrots. Cover and bring to a simmer. Let cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the carrots are tender but not mushy. Drain any excess water.
Reduce the heat to low and add orange juice, orange zest, honey, butter, ground cinnamon, salt, and pepper to the skillet with the carrots. Stir well to coat the carrots with the sauce.
Simmer uncovered for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and glazes the carrots.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle fresh parsley on top for garnish.
Serve warm and enjoy the bright, citrusy flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
405 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.6 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 35 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.5 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.8 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 380 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.
