Orange Glazed Carrots

Transform your vegetables into a star side dish with this recipe for Orange Glazed Carrots. Featuring tender carrots coated in a luscious glaze made from fresh orange juice, brown sugar, honey, and a hint of citrusy orange zest, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Quick to prepare with just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cook time, these carrots are simmered to perfection in a buttery glaze that thickens to a glossy finish. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a burst of color and flavor, elevating this dish to a dinner table favorite. Ideal for weeknight meals or holiday gatherings, these glazed carrots are a delicious way to brighten any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound carrots
• 0.5 cup orange juice
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the carrots and cut them into uniform-sized sticks or rounds, about 2 inches long.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring about 4 cups of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water.

Step 3

Add the carrots to the boiling water and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until they are just tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside.

Step 4

In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the orange juice, brown sugar, unsalted butter, and honey. Stir until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved.

Step 5

Stir in the orange zest, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes until it begins to reduce slightly.

Step 6

Add the cooked carrots to the skillet, stirring to coat them evenly in the glaze.

Step 7

Continue to cook the carrots in the glaze for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the glaze thickens and clings to the carrots.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	227 grams (227.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	411

Total Fat 24.60g	32%
Saturated Fat 14.00g	70%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 620mg	27%
Total Carbohydrate 51.30g	19%
Dietary Fiber 1.80g	6%
Total Sugars 46.20g
Protein 1.70g	3%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 50mg	4%
Iron 1mg	4%
Potassium 379mg	8%

*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: 51.1%

Protein: 1.6%

Carbs: 47.3%