Honey Glazed Carrots Recipe

Sweet, buttery, and just a little tangy honey glazed carrots are the perfect balance of flavor and nutrition. Whether you're cooking for a cozy dinner at home or looking to elevate your holiday spread, this simple side dish delivers. Packed with nutrients and ready in under 15 minutes, it's the kind of recipe that tastes indulgent but feels light.

Why Carrots Deserve a Spot on Your Plate

Carrots aren’t just for crunching raw or tossing into soups they shine beautifully when lightly cooked and glazed. Just one cup of cooked carrots provides over 400% of your daily vitamin A needs, thanks to beta-carotene, which supports healthy skin, eyes, and immune function.

Here’s a quick breakdown of why this dish is as nourishing as it is delicious:

• Vitamin-rich: A great source of vitamins A, K, and C

• Gut-friendly: High in fiber, promoting digestive health

• Low-calorie: Only about 50 calories per half-cup serving

Ingredients You'll Need

• Salt, to taste

• 1 pound baby carrots

• 2 tablespoons butter

• 2 tablespoons honey

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley (for garnish)

How to Make Honey Glazed Carrots

1. Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt.

2. Add the baby carrots and cook until tender about 5 to 6 minutes.

3. Drain the carrots and return them to the pan.

4. Add the butter, honey, and lemon juice.

5. Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens and coats the carrots.

6. Season with additional salt and freshly ground black pepper.

7. Sprinkle with chopped parsley just before serving.

Pro Tip: If you prefer a deeper caramel flavor, let the glaze cook a minute longer until it starts to brown slightly. Want to switch things up? Try adding a pinch of cinnamon or a splash of orange juice for a citrusy twist.

This dish is especially ideal for anyone trying to add more vegetables to their diet without sacrificing flavor. In fact, a 2021 study published in Nutrients found that lightly cooking carrots increases the body’s absorption of beta-carotene compared to raw. So not only are you getting more flavor you’re also boosting nutrition.

Fresh, simple, and beautifully balanced, honey glazed carrots are the kind of dish that quietly steals the spotlight.

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