Description
This Honey Lemon Glazed Carrots recipe features tender slow-cooked carrots coated in a buttery, sweet, and tangy honey lemon glaze. Perfect as a vibrant and flavorful side dish, these carrots are gently cooked in a slow cooker to achieve a melt-in-your-mouth texture, enhanced with fresh lemon zest and a touch of honey sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots
- 2 pounds carrots, peeled
Glaze
- 1/4 cup (half stick) butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- Zest from 1 lemon (about 2-3 teaspoons)
- Juice from 1/2 large lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or chives (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Carrots: Peel the carrots and trim off the ends. Slice the carrots into medium-sized chunks; larger pieces take longer to cook, so adjust size according to your preference.
- Place in Slow Cooker: Add the chopped carrots directly into your slow cooker.
- Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, melt the butter. Stir in honey, lemon zest (reserve some for garnish if desired), lemon juice, and salt until fully combined.
- Combine Carrots and Glaze: Pour the butter-honey mixture over the carrots, stirring well to coat. Use a spatula to spread some glaze up the sides of the slow cooker to prevent sticking during cooking.
- Cook the Carrots: Cover with the lid and cook on high for 3 hours or low for about 5 hours until carrots are tender.
- Serve: Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving platter and drizzle with any remaining lemon honey glaze.
- Garnish: Sprinkle extra lemon zest and chopped parsley or chives on top to add color and freshness before serving.
Notes
- Smaller carrot pieces will cook faster; adjust chopping size as needed.
- Use fresh lemon zest and juice for best flavor.
- Optional herbs like parsley or chives add a fresh herbaceous touch.
- Can be prepared on low heat for a longer cooking time if desired.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
