Description
Bright, buttery, and bursting with fresh flavor, these Easter Garlic Herb Carrots are the perfect quick side dish for spring gatherings, holiday dinners, or easy weeknight meals. Tender carrots are coated in a rich garlic butter glaze and finished with fresh herbs and a touch of citrus, making this an easy recipe that fits beautifully into your collection of healthy snacks, dinner ideas, and vegetable side dishes.
Ingredients
1 ½ lbs carrots
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon fresh parsley
1 tablespoon fresh dill
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
1. Peel and slice the carrots diagonally into even pieces for consistent cooking.
2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook carrots for 4–5 minutes until slightly tender. Drain well.
3. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until melted.
4. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add carrots to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic butter mixture.
6. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly caramelized.
7. Season with salt, pepper, and honey, mixing well to combine.
8. Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley and dill.
9. Drizzle lemon juice over the carrots and toss gently.
10. Serve warm with additional herbs if desired.
Notes
Do not overcook the carrots during boiling to avoid a mushy texture.
Add garlic later in the cooking process to prevent burning.
Use fresh herbs at the end for the best flavor and color.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg