Side Dish: United States – Honey-Dijon Glazed Carrots

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Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 10 min

Cook 10 min

Total 20 min

Ingredients

1 lb / 450 g carrots, cut on the bias or as baby carrots
1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil or butter
2 tbsp (30 ml) honey
1 tbsp (15 ml) Dijon mustard
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
1 tbsp (15 ml) chopped parsley (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook carrots by steaming or simmering until just tender; drain.
2. Heat oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat, whisk honey and Dijon together, then add to pan.
3. Add carrots and toss in the honey-Dijon mixture for 2–3 minutes until glazed and heated through.
4. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve.