Description
Glazed carrots are a delightful side dish that combines vibrant colors with a sweet, buttery glaze. This simple recipe transforms fresh carrots into a crowd-pleasing addition to any meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, these glazed carrots are sure to impress your family and friends with their irresistible flavor and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh carrots, peeled and sliced into ½-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- ¼ tsp salt (to taste)
- ¼ tsp freshly cracked pepper (to taste)
- Fresh herbs (like thyme or parsley), optional
Instructions
- Boil the sliced carrots in a pot of salted water for 4-6 minutes until tender but still crunchy. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly. Add the brown sugar and stir until dissolved.
- Toss the drained carrots into the skillet, stirring gently to coat them evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper while stirring continuously until the glaze thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
- If desired, add chopped fresh herbs for extra flavor before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg