Description
Grilled Carrots with Honey Brown Sugar Glaze are a delicious and visually appealing side dish that will elevate any meal. With their sweet, buttery flavor and vibrant color, these glazed carrots are perfect for both regular weeknight dinners and festive occasions. Taking just 20 minutes to prepare, this easy recipe combines the natural sweetness of carrots with a delectable glaze made from honey and brown sugar. Enjoy them alongside grilled meats or as a delightful addition to salads and holiday spreads. With simple ingredients and minimal prep work, you’ll want to keep this recipe in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds carrots, peeled and sliced into ½ inch pieces
- 1 ½ tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- ¼ cup butter
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Boil the sliced carrots in a large saucepan until fork-tender, about 8-10 minutes.
- Drain excess water using a colander.
- Return the drained carrots to the saucepan; add honey, butter, brown sugar, and salt. Stir well to coat.
- Cook over medium heat for an additional 4-5 minutes until the mixture forms a syrupy glaze.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About â…” cup (100g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg