Honey Glazed Carrots
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Honey Glazed Carrots
Description
Honey Glazed Carrots showcases carrots prepared in three ways: a traditional glaze with butter and brown sugar, a balsamic version featuring vinegar and honey baked until caramelized, and a honey glaze enhanced with orange juice and thyme. The carrots are either steamed and tossed in warm glaze or roasted with the balsamic mixture until tender and browned at the edges. The buttery or tangy glazes cling to the carrots, providing both moisture and a gentle sweetness. The thyme and citrus juice add subtle herbal and bright notes to the honey-glazed variation.
The dish works well as a side to complement a variety of main courses, delivering tender cooked carrots with an inviting, glossy coating. The method flexibility allows for stovetop preparation or oven roasting depending on preference or available kitchen tools.
Glazed carrots are best served freshly cooked to maintain their tender texture and shiny finish. The recipe notes include timing details and nutritional information for the honey-glazed variant, which can help with planning and dietary considerations.
Ingredients
- 5 medium carrot peeled and cut into shape of your choice
For Traditional Glazed Carrots
- 1 Tablespoon butter
- Tablespoon brown sugar
For Balsamic Glazed Carrots
- 2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons honey
- 1 ½ Tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
For Honey Glazed Carrots
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 1 Tablespoon honey
- 1 Tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon orange juice or lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon thyme
Instructions
For Traditional Glazed Carrots
- Steam or blanch carrots until they are tender. (To blanch, cook carrots in boiling water for about 3 minutes.)
- In a small saucepan, over medium heat, combine butter and brown sugar. Cook until butter is melted.
- Add the carrots and stir. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until the glaze clings to the carrots.
For Balsamic Glazed Carrots
- Preheat oven to 425.
- In a large bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, honey, brown sugar, and oil. Toss the carrots in the liquid until they are coated.
- Spread carrots out on a greased baking sheet. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until carrots start to brown on the edges. Halfway through the baking time, stir the carrots.
- Optional: After you stir the carrots on the baking sheet, brush more of the balsamic mixture over the top.
For Honey Glazed Carrots
- Wash, peel and slice carrots on a horizontally.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add butter and cook until browned.
- Add the carrots and cook until carrots are tender, for 4 to 5 minutes.
- Add honey, brown sugar, orange juice, and thyme. Stir to combine.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until the glaze clings to the carrots.
Notes
- Blanching carrots for about 3 minutes helps achieve tender texture before glazing.
- For balsamic glazed carrots, stir halfway through roasting and optionally brush more glaze for added shine.
- Use orange or lemon juice in honey-glazed carrots to add a subtle citrus brightness.
- Select carrot shapes and sizes per preference for presentation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 56 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 56kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 78mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 244mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 12826IU | 257% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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