Maple Glazed Carrots
Maple Glazed Carrots are a quick and elegant side dish that combines tender carrots with a buttery maple syrup glaze. Sweet, savory, and beautifully caramelized, these carrots are the perfect addition to holiday meals or weeknight dinners—ready in under 30 minutes with just a few ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced (or baby carrots)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: fresh thyme or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Slice carrots evenly (halve baby carrots if thick).
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add carrots and sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in maple syrup, stir, and cook for 10–12 more minutes until carrots are tender and glazed.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- Add cinnamon or cayenne pepper for a flavor twist.
- To roast instead: toss carrots with butter and maple syrup, roast at 400°F for 25–30 minutes.
- Use honey as a substitute for maple syrup if needed.
- Reheat gently in a skillet to maintain the glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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