Sparkling Carrots

Brighten up your table with "Sparkling Carrots," a vibrant and flavorful side dish that transforms ordinary carrots into a show-stopping masterpiece. This quick and easy recipe combines tender carrot rounds sautéed in rich, creamy butter, then glazed with a luscious blend of honey, orange zest, and sparkling water for an irresistible sweet-citrus twist. Simmered to perfection, the carrots absorb the unique, effervescent flavors while the liquid reduces to a glossy, aromatic glaze. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and earthy freshness, Sparkling Carrots are perfect for pairing with roasted meats, holiday feasts, or weeknight dinners. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish offers a gourmet touch with minimal effort—sure to impress anyone at the table! Keywords: Sparkling Carrots recipe, glazed carrots, honey-glazed carrots, easy vegetable side dish, orange zest carrots.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams carrots
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1.5 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 120 milliliters sparkling water
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon parsley

Directions

Step 1

Peel the carrots and slice them diagonally into 1/4-inch thick rounds.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until it begins to foam.

Step 3

Add the sliced carrots to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the honey, orange zest, and sparkling water.

Step 5

Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are tender and the liquid has reduced into a light glaze.

Step 6

Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving bowl and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 7

Serve warm and enjoy your Sparkling Carrots as a delightful side dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(691.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	515.2

Total Fat 24.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.2g
Cholesterol 65.8mg	0%
Sodium 1682.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.8g	0%
Total Sugars 49.9g
Protein 5.4g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 188.2mg	0%
Iron 2.2mg	0%
Potassium 1664.2mg	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: 40.4%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 55.6%