Glazed Carrots with Pecan Apricot Raisin Sauce P C

Elevate your side dish game with these Glazed Carrots with Pecan Apricot Raisin Sauce, a perfect blend of sweet, nutty, and citrusy flavors. Tender carrot sticks are coated in a luscious glaze of butter, brown sugar, and a hint of salt, then topped with a vibrant sauce made from toasted pecans, tangy dried apricots, plump raisins, and a spice-infused orange juice reduction. Honey, cinnamon, and nutmeg add a warm, aromatic depth, making this dish an irresistible complement to roasted meats or holiday feasts. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe delivers a colorful, crowd-pleasing side that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb carrots
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp light brown sugar
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 cup pecans
• 0.25 cup dried apricots
• 0.25 cup raisins
• 0.5 cup orange juice
• 2 tbsp honey
• 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
• 0.125 tsp ground nutmeg
• 0.5 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Peel the carrots and slice them into uniform sticks, about 2-3 inches long and 1/4 inch thick.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the carrots and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 3

Sprinkle the brown sugar and salt over the carrots, then add 1/2 cup of water. Stir to combine, cover the skillet, and let the carrots cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and the water has mostly evaporated.

Step 4

While the carrots are cooking, prepare the pecan apricot raisin sauce. Heat a small pan over medium-low heat and toast the pecans for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Remove from the pan and roughly chop.

Step 5

In the same pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the dried apricots and raisins, cooking for 1-2 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 6

Pour in the orange juice, honey, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir well and simmer the mixture for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to slightly thicken.

Step 7

Add the toasted pecans to the sauce and stir to combine. Remove from heat.

Step 8

Once the carrots are glazed and tender, transfer them to a serving dish. Spoon the pecan apricot raisin sauce evenly over the carrots.

Step 9

Serve warm as a flavorful side dish for roasted meat, holiday meals, or any special occasion.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(495.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1113.4

Total Fat 72.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.9g
Cholesterol 93mg	0%
Sodium 1228.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 126.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g	0%
Total Sugars 107.4g
Protein 8.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 131.2mg	0%
Iron 2.9mg	0%
Potassium 1099.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.8%

Protein: 2.8%

Carbs: 42.4%