Sweet and Savory Orange Honey Glazed Carrots in 25 Minutes

Make Orange Honey Glazed Carrots in just 25 minutes for a delightful side dish that adds elegance to any meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 110

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Carrots

1 pound Fresh Carrots Opt for small gourmet carrots
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Glaze

2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with olive oil
¾ cup Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice From 3-4 oranges
1 tablespoon Orange Zest From one orange
2 tablespoons Honey Can substitute with maple syrup

For the Garnish

2 tablespoons Finely Chopped Italian Parsley Can be omitted

Equipment

Medium pot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Carrots: Bring a medium pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Add the carrots and simmer for 5-8 minutes until tender. Drain and keep warm.
Make the Glaze: In the same pot, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in orange juice, orange zest, and honey. Season with salt and pepper. Let bubble for 2 minutes.
Glaze the Carrots: Return carrots to the pot and toss to coat in the glaze. Simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and toss with parsley. Serve immediately, garnishing with extra parsley and orange zest if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 290mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 7500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Under-cook the carrots slightly for best results when preparing ahead. Store in water to prevent discoloration.

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