Sister Mary's Zesty Carrots

Brighten up your dinner table with Sister Mary’s Zesty Carrots, a vibrant side dish that’s as flavorful as it is simple to prepare. Tender carrot rounds are simmered in a luscious glaze of fresh orange juice, rich honey, and a pop of zesty orange peel, with a warm hint of ground ginger for depth. Gently cooked to perfection and finished with a butter-kissed coating, these carrots strike the ideal balance of sweetness and citrusy tang. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is a perfect choice for weeknight meals or holiday feasts alike. Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of elegance, and serve these irresistible glazed carrots alongside your favorite proteins for a side that's sure to steal the spotlight.

Nutriscore Rating: 30/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Carrots
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 3 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the carrots and slice them into evenly sized rounds about 1/4-inch thick for even cooking.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the sliced carrots to the skillet, stirring to coat them evenly in the melted butter.

Step 4

Pour in the orange juice and add the honey, orange zest, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are tender but not mushy.

Step 6

Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring frequently, to allow the sauce to reduce and glaze the carrots.

Step 7

Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(153.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	372.4

Total Fat 24.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 1206.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 43.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.7g	0%
Total Sugars 39.6g
Protein 1.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 29.4mg	0%
Iron 0.6mg	0%
Potassium 225.3mg	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: 55.1%

Protein: 1.2%

Carbs: 43.7%