Honey Glazed Carrots with Thyme

Name: Honey Glazed Carrots with Thyme
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 2 medium carrots; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme); Salt and pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon water

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15 minTotal time

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120kcal / serving

Ingredients

For 1 serving

servings

2 medium carrots
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon water

Ingredient substitutions

Fresh thyme Use 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, as listed in the recipe.
Olive oil Use the same amount of another neutral cooking oil.
Honey Use the same amount of maple syrup for a similar sweet glaze.

Nutrition per serving

Estimated values for 1 serving, 120 kcal

Protein1 g

Carbohydrates22 g

Fat4 g

Fiber 3 g · Sugar 17 g · Sodium 180 mg

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This delightful dish features tender, sweet carrots glazed with honey and fresh thyme, creating a perfect balance of flavors. It's a simple yet elegant main dish that showcases the natural sweetness of carrots, making it a wonderful addition to your meal.

Main Dish

Steps

Peel the carrots and cut them into thin, diagonal slices.
In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the carrot slices and sauté for about 3 minutes until they start to soften.
Drizzle in the honey and add the water, stirring well to coat the carrots.
Sprinkle in the thyme, salt, and pepper, and continue to cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are tender and glazed.
Remove from heat and serve warm.

Tips for Honey Glazed Carrots with Thyme

The glaze is ready when it clings to the carrots and looks shiny; the pan should not be left with a large pool of liquid.
Keep the slices similar in thickness so they soften at about the same pace.
A wide skillet gives the carrots room to cook evenly; crowding can leave some pieces firm while others soften.

Drink pairing

A dry cider
Its crisp fruit character complements the carrots' honeyed sweetness and thyme's herbal notes.

0% option: Sparkling apple juice

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in a covered container and keep for 3–4 days. Reheat until steaming hot, adding a small splash of water if the glaze has thickened.