Description
Honey Glazed Carrots are a sweet and vibrant side dish that elevates any meal with their beautiful color and mouthwatering flavor. This easy recipe transforms fresh carrots into a tender, caramelized delight, coated in a luscious honey glaze. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive occasions, these glazed carrots are sure to impress family and guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh carrots, peeled and sliced into ½ inch rounds
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup high-quality honey
- 2 tbsp brown sugar (light or dark)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until bubbly.
- Stir in honey and brown sugar; simmer for about 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add sliced carrots to the skillet, tossing them in the honey mixture.
- Cook for approximately 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender yet crisp.
- Season with salt before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg