Description
These Easy Maple Glazed Carrots are tender, buttery, and coated in a glossy maple glaze that makes any meal feel special. This easy recipe is perfect for quick dinner ideas, holiday side dishes, healthy snack plates, simple food ideas, and cozy family meals when you want vegetables that taste sweet, savory, and homemade.
Ingredients
1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Peel and slice the carrots into even coins or diagonal pieces.
2. Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the carrots, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, then stir to coat.
4. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots begin to soften.
5. Pour in the maple syrup and water, then stir well.
6. Cover the skillet and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the carrots are fork-tender.
7. Remove the lid and cook for 2 to 4 more minutes, stirring often, until the glaze thickens and coats the carrots.
8. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Cut the carrots into similar-sized pieces so they cook evenly.
Use real maple syrup for the best flavor and a richer glaze.
If the glaze thickens too quickly, add a small splash of water and lower the heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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