Quick Easy Honey Lemon Baby Carrots
Brighten up mealtime with these Quick Easy Honey Lemon Baby Carrots, a side dish bursting with sweet, tangy, and buttery flavors that come together in just 15 minutes. Perfectly cooked baby carrots are lightly caramelized in a luscious blend of honey, lemon juice, and zest, then seasoned with salt and pepper for a perfect balance of flavors. With a hint of fresh parsley for garnish, this dish delivers a colorful and vibrant addition to any table, whether you're hosting a dinner party or preparing a simple weekday meal. Easy to prepare with minimal ingredients and big on flavor, this recipe is your go-to for wholesome, crowd-pleasing comfort food.
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Ingredients
- 450 grams baby carrots
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse and drain the baby carrots thoroughly. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Step 2
In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until bubbling.
Step 3
Add the baby carrots to the pan and stir to coat them evenly with butter. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 4
Drizzle the honey over the carrots and stir well to evenly glaze them. Cook for another 2 minutes.
Step 5
Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and let the carrots cook for 4-5 minutes or until they are tender but still have a slight bite.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding extra salt, pepper, or honey if desired.
Step 7
Transfer the carrots to a serving dish and, if using, sprinkle with chopped parsley for a fresh garnish.
Step 8
Serve warm and enjoy your Quick Easy Honey Lemon Baby Carrots!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (537.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 631.2 |
| Total Fat 37.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 71mg | 0% |
| Sodium 888.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 80.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 56.3g | |
| Protein 4.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 169.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1510.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories