Description
This Glazed Rainbow Medley transforms simple root vegetables into a show-stopping side or light main. It features tender carrots shimmering with a sweet-savory glaze, quick to prepare, wholesome, and a guaranteed family-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb rainbow carrots, trimmed and scrubbed
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1 sprig fresh thyme or rosemary
- 0.25 tsp sea salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Prep Carrots: Wash carrots thoroughly, peeling if desired, then slice into uniform 0.5-inch thick coins or sticks.
- Create Glaze: In a large 10-inch skillet, melt 2 Tbsp butter over medium heat until shimmering. Add maple syrup, fresh herbs, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Stir well until combined and aromatic (about 30 seconds).
- Sauté Carrots: Add prepared carrots to the skillet and toss to coat evenly. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes until tender-crisp and the glaze has thickened and coated them. If the glaze becomes too sticky, add 1-2 Tbsp water or vegetable broth.
- Optional Finishing: Sprinkle fresh parsley or squeeze orange juice over the Glazed Rainbow Medley before serving.
Notes
If glaze becomes too sticky, add 1-2 Tbsp water or vegetable broth. Olive oil can substitute butter. Brown sugar or agave nectar can replace maple syrup. Leaving carrot skin on adds nutrients and rustic charm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 130 g
- Calories: 130 calories
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
Keywords: easy dinner ideas, healthy, vibrant dish, side dish, glazed carrots, rainbow carrots, weeknight dinner, family-pleaser, root vegetables, quick recipe