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Colorful glazed carrots arranged on a white ceramic plate, topped with fresh herbs, with a glossy caramelized glaze highlighting their tender texture, surrounded by warm ambient lighting and rustic wooden background, styled with festive holiday decorations

Festive Glazed Carrots for Holiday Celebrations

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Sweet, tender carrots glazed with a caramelized honey and butter mixture, garnished with herbs for a festive holiday side dish.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large carrots, sliced into rounds
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add carrots and cook until tender, about 7-8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add honey, salt, and pepper, stirring to combine.
  3. Add cooked carrots to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the glaze. Cook for 2-3 minutes until glossy and heated through.
  4. Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Adjust sweetness by adding more or less honey based on preference.
  • You can roast the carrots instead of boiling for deeper flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Sautéing, Glazing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 150 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 15 mg