Sweet Honey Glazed Carrots and Peas Recipe
Honey Glazed Carrots and Peas is a simple and delicious side dish combining tender cooked carrots and peas with a sweet and buttery honey glaze, perfect for complementing any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 2 cups carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
Glaze
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Cook Vegetables: In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add the sliced carrots and cook for about 5 minutes until they start to soften. Add the peas and cook together for an additional 3 minutes until both vegetables are tender but still vibrant. Drain the vegetables well.
- Glaze with Honey and Butter: In the same saucepan or a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the honey until combined and heated through. Add the cooked carrots and peas back into the pan and toss gently to coat them evenly with the honey butter glaze. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to allow the glaze to thicken slightly and the vegetables to get nicely coated. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen peas depending on availability; frozen peas should be thawed slightly before cooking.
- Adjust the amount of honey to suit your taste preference for sweetness.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with a plant-based alternative.
- Serve this side dish alongside roasted meats, grilled chicken, or vegetarian mains.
Keywords: Honey glazed carrots, honey glazed peas, glazed vegetables side dish, easy vegetable side, sweet glazed carrots, sweet glazed peas
