Description
A vibrant side dish with a delightful balance of honey and fresh carrots, perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh carrots, sliced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Wash, peel, and slice the carrots into even-sized pieces.
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until bubbly.
- Stir in the honey until combined.
- Add the sliced carrots to the saucepan, coating them in the glaze.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until tender but still slightly crisp.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
For sugar-free options, consider using stevia or monk fruit. Fresh carrots yield the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg