Description
Celebrate the holidays with this delicious and festive Glazed Carrots recipe, perfect for Christmas and Thanksgiving feasts. These honey-glazed carrots are naturally sweet, beautifully vibrant, and easy to prepare, making them a must-have side dish for your holiday table. Whether roasted, sautéed, or glazed, they add a touch of warmth and flavor to your festive menu.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound of baby carrots or sliced carrots
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- 1 tablespoon of butter
- 1 teaspoon of honey mustard (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon or allspice
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Wash and peel the carrots if necessary, then cut them into uniform sizes.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add carrots and cook for 5–7 minutes until starting to soften and caramelize.
- Reduce heat to low, then stir in honey, honey mustard (if using), cinnamon, salt, and pepper to coat evenly. Continue cooking for another 5 minutes until tender and glazed.
- Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- For easier cleanup, use a high-quality nonstick skillet or a slow cooker for roasting.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator and reheated gently.
- For variation, add spices like ginger or nutmeg, or substitute honey with maple syrup or brown sugar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing, Glazing
- Cuisine: Holiday, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg