Baby Carrots with Dill Butter
Elevate your side dish game with these Baby Carrots with Dill Butter—a simple yet flavorful recipe that pairs tender baby carrots with a rich, herb-infused butter sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish combines the natural sweetness of carrots with the bright, fresh aroma of dill, enhanced by a silky glaze of melted butter. Perfect as a quick and elegant accompaniment to any meal, these carrots are simmered to perfection and then tossed in a delicate blend of salt, pepper, and freshly chopped dill. Whether you're hosting a holiday feast or rounding out a weekday dinner, this versatile and visually appealing side is sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams baby carrots
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup water
Directions
Step 1
Rinse and trim the baby carrots, if needed.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, add the baby carrots and 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to medium, cover the pan, and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the carrots are just tender. Drain any excess water and set the carrots aside.
Step 4
In the same saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.
Step 5
Stir in the fresh dill, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine.
Step 6
Add the cooked carrots back to the saucepan and toss them gently in the dill butter until evenly coated.
Step 7
Transfer the dill-buttered carrots to a serving dish and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 556.6 grams (556.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 734 |
| Total Fat 62.50g | 80% |
| Saturated Fat 31.70g | 159% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.50g | |
| Cholesterol 134mg | 45% |
| Sodium 988mg | 43% |
| Total Carbohydrate 48.70g | 18% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.10g | 50% |
| Total Sugars 23.90g | |
| Protein 5.20g | 10% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 185mg | 14% |
| Iron 2mg | 9% |
| Potassium 1634mg | 35% |
Source of Calories