Honey Glazed Carrots
Our Honey Glazed Carrots, made with a handful of ingredients and just a few simple steps, is the perfect side dish for a weeknight meal or special occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lb whole carrots -we used rainbow heirloom carrots
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons local honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Pre heat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Rinse the whole carrots in cold running water, then peel them.
- Slice the carrots on a bias into similar thickness slices about ½ thick so they cook evenly.*You can also use carrot sticks, baby carrots, frozen sliced or whole carrots. Cooking times will vary.
- Place the sliced carrots in a single layer in a baking dish or on a baking sheet, and set aside until needed.
- Add the unsalted butter to a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the honey to the melted butter, and whisk to combine.
- Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the mixture and whisk to combine, bringing the mixture back to a light boil.
- Remove from the heat and pour half of the honey mixture over the top of the carrots and toss to combine.
- Pour the rest of the mixture over them and mix well to ensure all carrots are fully coated.
- place the baking dish on the center rack of the preheated oven. Roast for 25-30 minutes until fork tender.
- Remove from the oven and transfer to your favorite serving dish. Garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
Can I change up the recipe?
Absolutely. We kept the seasonings simple, so the carrots’ natural sweetness could shine through. But you can season the carrots with fresh herbs or any of your favorite seasonings. Fresh thyme is one of my favorites. Cinnamon and nutmeg will add a little warmth to the flavor. Pumpkin pie spice or apple pie spice will also work nicely. Seasoning blends also work nicely; lemon pepper, Italian seasoning, jerk seasoning, or Cajun seasoning are a few of my favorites. I promise you won’t hear anyone call them boring carrots! To make maple-glazed carrots, you can use maple syrup instead of honey. To add brightness, drizzle lemon juice or sprinkle lemon zest after cooking. You can also substitute your favorite artificial sweetener for the honey. Can I make the carrots on the stovetop? Absolutely, you can cook them on the stovetop over medium heat using a large skillet. Cooking time will vary, so keep a close eye on them. What kind of honey works the best? I always try to buy local honey, which helps your immune system as it adds flavor. But any good-quality honey will work. Clover, wildflower, or orange blossom are good choices. Storage and Reheating. Any leftovers should be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days. They can be reheated gently in the microwave or placed in a frying pan over medium heat with a teaspoon of butter and a little water. *If you want a crunchy carrot, reduce the cooking time. If you want a completely fork-tender carrot, it may take a few minutes longer *If you are placing them on a rimmed baking sheet, we suggest placing the carrots in a large bowl and pouring the honey glaze over the top. Then, mix the honey glaze over the carrots before laying them in a single layer on the baking sheet.Nutrition
Calories: 154kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 562mgFiber: 5gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 28593IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 61mgIron: 1mg
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