Glazed Carrots

Prep: 10

Cook: 15

Total Time: 25

Yield: 4 servings

Course: Side

Cuisine: American

Calories: 149kcal

Glazed carrots with a maple butter sauce are a simple and delicious side dish that shines at the dinner table during the holidays.

Prepare the Carrots - Wash, peel, and cut the carrots into 2-inch long and ½-inch wide sticks.
Par-Cook the Carrots - In a medium saucepan, add water and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Add 1 teaspoon salt and stir to combine. Add the carrots and cook until tender but still hold their shape, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain well with a colander.
Make the Glaze - In a large saute pan, add the butter, lemon juice, and maple syrup. Cook over medium heat until the butter is melted.
Glaze the Carrots - Once the glaze is bubbling, add the carrots. Gently stir to combine. Cook, occasionally stirring, for about 4 to 5 minutes. Add ¼ teaspoon salt and black pepper, and stir to combine.
To Serve - Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with lemon zest and parsley.

Storing: Cool and store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 1 month.
Reheat: Cover and reheat in the microwave in 30-second intervals until hot. Alternatively, heat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding some water if needed to prevent the sweetener from burning.
Make it Paleo: Use ghee or olive oil instead of butter.
Make it Vegan: Substitute olive oil for butter.
Make it Whole30: Reduce 1/4 cup of fresh orange juice to 1 tablespoon over medium-high heat, and then add ghee or olive oil and lemon juice. Add the carrots and cook until the sauce glazes the vegetables. Use sea salt instead of kosher salt.

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