Classic Honey Glazed Carrots
A simple and delicious side dish featuring sautéed carrots glazed with honey and butter, perfect for any family dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb carrots, sliced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the butter over medium heat in a large skillet.
- Add the sliced carrots and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they start to soften.
- Stir in the honey and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until the carrots are tender and glazed.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of cinnamon or a squeeze of lemon juice. Ensure the carrots are uniform in size for even cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg