Honey & Orange Glazed Carrots

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Bright and fresh, these candied carrots have just a hint of sweetness from the honey and citrus. This one-pan dish is quick and easy to make, but also has such a pretty presentation that it works both as an entertaining-worthy or weeknight side dish. Look for carrots that are similar in size so they cook evenly.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
Nutrition Profile:

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds medium-size multi-colored carrots, peeled and tops trimmed

  • ¼ cup honey

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice (from 1 orange)

  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. Place carrots in a high-sided skillet and add water to cover by about 1/4 inch. Bring to boil over medium-high; cook until just tender, about 5 to 6 minutes. Drain carrots in a large colander and rinse with cold water.

  2. Add honey, butter, orange juice and thyme leaves to skillet; bring mixture to a simmer over medium-high; add carrots and toss to coat. Cook, tossing gently, until honey mixture has reduced and carrots are coated and glazed, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove from heat, and sprinkle with salt and pepper, tossing gently to coat. Place carrots on a serving plate and drizzle with any remaining sauce. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

119 Calories
5g Fat
20g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Serving Size about 4 ounces
Calories 119
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 20g 7%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 14g
Added Sugars 9g 18%
Protein 1g 2%
Total Fat 5g 6%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 319mg 14%
Calcium 41mg 3%
Potassium 379mg 8%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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