Skip to main content

Glazed Honey Carrots

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 30 min
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Calories: 48/serving
vegetarian gluten-free pescatarian
Contains: dairy
Glazed Honey Carrots

Ingredients

Units:
  • 680 g carrots
  • 30 g butter
  • 60 ml honey
  • 5 g fresh thyme
  • 1 sprinkle salt
  • 1 sprinkle black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Peel the carrots and cut them diagonally into 1/2-inch thick slices for even cooking

  2. 2

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the carrot slices

  3. 3

    Cook the carrots for 8-10 minutes until they are tender but still have a slight bite

  4. 4

    Drain the carrots thoroughly in a colander

  5. 5

    In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat

  6. 6

    Add the honey to the melted butter and stir to combine

  7. 7

    Return the drained carrots to the pot with the honey-butter mixture

  8. 8

    Toss the carrots gently to coat them evenly with the glaze

  9. 9

    Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens and coats the carrots

  10. 10

    Add fresh thyme leaves and season with salt and pepper to taste

  11. 11

    Transfer to a serving dish and serve immediately while warm...

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories 48
Protein 0g
Carbs 8g
Fat 2g
Fiber 1g

Nutrition data is approximate and derived from OpenFoodFacts.org. Values may vary based on ingredients, brands, and preparation methods. Not intended as dietary or medical advice.

Chef's Note

"For a beautiful caramelized finish, let the carrots sit undisturbed for a minute or two in the glaze before the final toss. The natural sugars will develop a gorgeous golden color that makes this simple side dish restaurant-worthy."

More Side Recipes