Best 8 Honey Lemon Carrots Recipes

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Craving a delightful side dish that strikes a perfect balance between sweet, tangy, and savory flavors? Look no further than Honey Lemon Carrots! This vibrant dish features tender-crisp carrots coated in a luscious glaze made from honey, lemon juice, butter, and a hint of herbs. Not only is it a culinary delight, but it's also incredibly easy to prepare, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or special occasions.

In this article, we've compiled a collection of Honey Lemon Carrot recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and cooking methods. Whether you prefer classic stovetop cooking, the convenience of a slow cooker, or the simplicity of a microwave, we've got you covered. Each recipe offers step-by-step instructions, cooking tips, and variations to suit your taste. So, grab your aprons, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON HONEY GLAZED CARROTS



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Baby carrots cooked in a honey, butter, ginger, and lemon glaze. This goes really well with peppercorn steak and cheesecake.

Provided by VVMYRSS

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Carrots     Glazed Carrot Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound baby carrots
water to cover
¼ cup butter
2 ½ tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
⅛ teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Bring carrots and enough water to cover to a boil in a saucepan; reduce heat to medium-high and continue to simmer until carrots are tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over low heat; stir in honey. Add lemon juice and ginger. Increase heat to medium and stir in carrots until well coated. Continue cooking until thickened, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 169.7 mg, Sugar 16.2 g

LEMON-HONEY BABY CARROTS



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Give a fresh twist to carrots with an easy-to-make lemon-honey glaze.

Provided by Allrecipes Magazine

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Carrots

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound peeled baby carrots
2 cups water to cover
¼ cup butter
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts, or to taste
1 teaspoon lemon zest, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring baby carrots and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-high and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until carrots are tender, about 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; stir in honey, lemon juice, and ground ginger. Increase heat to medium-high, then stir in carrots until well coated. Cook, stirring occasionally, until glaze is thickened, about 5 minutes. Garnish with walnuts and lemon zest.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.5 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 173.2 mg, Sugar 14.1 g

HONEY-LEMON BRUSSELS SPROUTS AND CARROTS



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Tone down the cabbage flavor of Brussels sprouts by tossing with honey-lemon butter.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups (16 to 20) Brussels sprouts (12 oz)
2 1/2 cups baby-cut carrots (12 oz)
1 cup water
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Trim Brussels sprouts. Cut small "X" in stem end, about 1/4 inch deep. If Brussels sprouts are very large, cut in half. In 2-quart saucepan, place Brussels sprouts and carrots; add water. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat. Cover and boil 6 to 8 minutes or until tender. Drain and return to saucepan.
  • Add remaining ingredients to vegetables; toss to coat. Spoon into serving bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 115 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

CARROTS AND RUTABAGAS WITH LEMON AND HONEY



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Categories     Side     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Carrot     Fall     Honey     Rutabaga     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/4 pounds rutabagas, peeled, cut into matchstick-size strips
1 pound carrots, peeled, cut into matchstick-size strips
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/2 cup chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Cook rutabagas in large pot of boiling salted water 2 minutes. Add carrots and cook until vegetables are tender, about 6 minutes. Drain.
  • Melt butter in large pot over medium-high heat. Add lemon juice, honey, and peel. Bring to boil. Add vegetables; cook until glazed, stirring occasionally, about 6 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Remove from heat. Mix in fresh chives.

CARROTS AND RUTABAGAS WITH LEMON AND HONEY



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Make and share this Carrots and Rutabagas With Lemon and Honey recipe from Food.com.

Provided by WI Cheesehead

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/4 lbs rutabagas, peeled and cut into matchstick-size strips
1 lb carrot, peeled and cut into matchstick-size strips
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon lemon peel, grated
1/2 cup fresh chives, chopped
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Cook rutabaga in large pot of boiling water 2 minutes.
  • Add carrots and cook until vegetables are tender, about 6 minutes; drain.
  • Melt butter in large saucepan over medium-high heat and add lemon juice, honey and lemon peel; bring to a boil.
  • Add vegetables and cook until glazed, stirring occasionally, about 6 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper, remove from heat, and mix in fresh chives.

LEMON DIJON MUSTARD HONEY BABY CARROTS



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Make and share this Lemon Dijon Mustard Honey Baby Carrots recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb baby carrots, whole, steamed until just tender
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Whisk together the honey, mustard, lemon and olive oil.
  • When carrots are cooked toss with the dressing& serve.

HONEY-LEMON GLAZED CARROTS



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Categories     Vegetable     Side

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound carrots, peeled
pinch coarse salt
1 strip lemon zest
juice from 1/2 Lemon (or to taste)
1 tablespoon honey
freshly ground black pepper
pinch ground cumin (optional)

Steps:

  • Place the carrots, lemon zest, honey, cumin and salt in a saute pan or low-sided saucepan. Add enough cold water to not quite cover the carrots. Bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, stirring once or twice and adjusting the heat as necessary to maintain a fairly vigorous but not violent boil until the liquid has nearly evaporated, about 14 minutes. If the carrots are not yet tender, lower the heat slightly. (The recipe can be made ahead to this point. Cool and then cover and refrigerate. Reheat when needed, adding a couple of spoonfuls of water if the carrots seem dry). Lower the heat and toss gently with a wooden spoon until the liquid reduces to form a light, syrupy glaze, usually a couple of minutes. Remove the lemon zest. Stir in the lemon juice and pepper and serve hot.

HONEY-LEMON CARROTS



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Categories     Vegetable     Side     Casserole/Gratin

Yield 6 - 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 lbs. carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
2 bunches scallions, tops and roots trimmed
6 Tbsp. melted butter
3/4 tsp. salt
3 Tbsp. honey
juice and grated rind of 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 deg. Immerse the carrots and scallions in boiling, well-salted water and cook until tender crisp. Place in cold water to stop cooking and drain. Combine the remaining ingredients, varying the proportions accruing to the sweetness of the carrots. Place carrots and scallions in a baking dish, pour the sauce over them and bake for 15 min.

Tips:

  • Choose the right carrots: Look for carrots that are firm and smooth, with no blemishes or bruises. Fresh, organic carrots are the best.
  • Trim the carrots properly: Cut off the tops and bottoms of the carrots, then peel them if desired. Cut them into 1-inch pieces or desired size.
  • Use fresh lemon juice: Fresh lemon juice adds a bright, tangy flavor to the carrots. Avoid using bottled lemon juice, as it can be bitter.
  • Don't overcook the carrots: Carrots should be cooked until they are tender but still have a slight bite to them. Overcooking will make them mushy.
  • Serve the carrots warm: Honey lemon carrots are best served warm, either as a side dish or as a snack.

Conclusion:

Honey lemon carrots are a simple but delicious side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, and they can help to boost your immune system. The next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give honey lemon carrots a try.

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