Nifty Carrots

Brighten up your dinner table with these 'Nifty Carrots,' a simple yet irresistible side dish that combines tender sautéed carrots with a luscious honey-orange glaze. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this recipe comes together in just 25 minutes and features a fragrant blend of butter, honey, orange juice, and a hint of cinnamon for a warm, cozy finish. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a vibrant pop of color and an optional herbal note, making it as visually stunning as it is flavorful. With its perfect balance of sweet and savory, this carrot recipe is a surefire way to elevate your veggies. Serve warm for a crowd-pleasing addition to your meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g carrots
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1.5 tbsp honey
• 3 tbsp orange juice
• 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the carrots, then slice them diagonally into 1/4-inch thick rounds.

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the honey, orange juice, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Cook the mixture for another 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the carrots are tender and coated with the glaze.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the carrots to a serving dish.

Step 7

If desired, sprinkle fresh parsley over the carrots for a pop of color and additional flavor.

Step 8

Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	562.8 grams (562.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	512

Total Fat 24.20g	31%
Saturated Fat 12.90g	65%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.20g
Cholesterol 66mg	22%
Sodium 1084mg	47%
Total Carbohydrate 74.80g	27%
Dietary Fiber 14.50g	52%
Total Sugars 49.70g
Protein 5.10g	10%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 183mg	14%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 1636mg	35%

*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: 40.5%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 55.7%