Orange Honey Glazed Carrots (Printable)

Tender carrots glazed in citrusy orange and honey with fresh dill for a flavorful side.

# What you need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
02 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped

→ Glaze

03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - 2 tablespoons honey
05 - 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
06 - 1 teaspoon orange zest
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

# How to make it:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the sliced carrots and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, until just tender. Drain and set aside.
02 - In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the honey, orange juice, orange zest, salt, and pepper.
03 - Add the drained carrots to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly in the glaze.
04 - Cook, stirring occasionally, for 7 to 10 minutes, until the carrots are glossy and the glaze thickens slightly.
05 - Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh dill. Toss gently and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 30 minutes with minimal hands-on time
  • Uses simple, wholesome ingredients you likely have on hand
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, perfect for various dietary needs
  • The combination of orange and honey creates an irresistible sweet-savory glaze
  • Fresh dill adds an elegant, aromatic finish that elevates humble carrots
  • Beautiful presentation makes it worthy of both everyday meals and special occasions
02 -
  • Use a large skillet to give carrots plenty of room to caramelize evenly
  • Don't skip the orange zest—it provides essential citrus oils and intense flavor
  • Reserve a small amount of fresh dill for garnishing just before serving for the brightest color
  • The glaze will thicken as it cools, so serve immediately for the best consistency
  • This dish can be made 30 minutes ahead and gently rewarmed before serving
  • Double the recipe easily for larger gatherings—just use two skillets or work in batches
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