Best 7 Easy Honey Mustard Carrots Recipes

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If you are looking for a simple and flavorful side dish that will pair perfectly with your next meal, consider preparing honey mustard carrots. This delightful recipe requires only a handful of ingredients and is quick to whip up, making it ideal for busy weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings. The combination of sweet honey and tangy mustard creates a delicious glaze that coats the tender-crisp carrots, resulting in a dish that is both satisfying and addictive. The carrots can be roasted in the oven or sautéed in a skillet, depending on your preference.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HONEY-GLAZED CARROTS



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Honey enhances the natural sweetness of carrots in a four-ingredient side dish you can have ready in 25 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 bag (1 lb) ready-to-eat baby-cut carrots
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
Ground nutmeg, if desired

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, place carrots in 1 inch of water. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cover; simmer 10 to 15 minutes or until tender. Drain well.
  • Add honey and butter to carrots in saucepan. Cook, stirring frequently, until butter is melted and carrots are glazed. Sprinkle with nutmeg.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 40 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

HONEY MUSTARD CARROTS



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After tasting this side dish at a restaurant, I created a similar recipe by trial and error in my own kitchen. Since we have six beehives, I like to use honey in many of my recipes. -Jean Dandrea, Burkesville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pound carrots, julienned
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place 1 in. of water in a large saucepan; add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3 minutes or until tender. In a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, cumin and cinnamon. Drain carrots well; stir in the butter, salt and pepper. Add honey mixture; heat through. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 317mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

HONEY-MUSTARD GLAZED CARROTS



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From TOH--instead of honey (which tastes good with carrots but is too sweet, IMHO), this recipe uses honey-mustard. I haven't made it yet, but I plan to try it soon.

Provided by Halcyon Eve

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) package baby carrots
2 tablespoons honey mustard
1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill weed or 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
2 teaspoons butter
additional sprigs fresh dill weed (to garnish) (optional)

Steps:

  • Place 1" water in a large saucepan and add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15-20 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain.
  • Add mustard, dill, and butter to carrots. Stir until butter is melted. Garnish with sprigs of dill, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.1, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 5, Sodium 172.8, Carbohydrate 11.6, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 6.8, Protein 0.8

HONEY MUSTARD GLAZED CARROTS



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These easy 3 Ingredient Honey Mustard Glazed Carrots are the perfect side dish recipe for any meal! The homemade honey mustard glaze is so delicious and is Paleo friendly and gluten free!

Provided by Krista

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 bunches of carrots (10-13 carrots)
2 tablespoons stone ground mustard
3 tablespoons raw honey
salt to season

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400.
  • Cut off greens from carrots. Wash and place on a baking sheet.
  • In small bowl, add honey and mustard and whisk until combined.
  • Drizzle half of the mixture over the carrots. Rub into the carrots using your hand. Season with salt.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until tender.
  • Remove from oven and drizzle with the remaining honey mustard mixture.
  • Serve

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 carrots, Calories 86 calories, Sugar 14 g, Sodium 269 mg, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

HONEY MUSTARD CARROTS



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Categories     Mustard     Side     Steam     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Carrot     Summer     Honey     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 medium carrots
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Cut carrots into 1/4-inch-thick matchsticks and in a steamer steam over boiling water, covered, until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. In a bowl stir together remaining ingredients and salt and pepper to taste and toss with hot carrots.

EASY HONEY MUSTARD CARROTS



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Wonderful color and flavor make fresh carrots a standout side dish. Trisha Kruse - Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 packages (10 ounces each) julienned carrots
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup honey mustard
4 teaspoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place 1 in. of water in a large saucepan; add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and set aside., In a small saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until slightly thickened. Pour over carrots; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 259mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LEMON DIJON MUSTARD HONEY BABY CARROTS



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Make and share this Lemon Dijon Mustard Honey Baby Carrots recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb baby carrots, whole, steamed until just tender
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Whisk together the honey, mustard, lemon and olive oil.
  • When carrots are cooked toss with the dressing& serve.

Tips:

  • Choose the right carrots: Select young, tender carrots with smooth skin and no blemishes.
  • Peel or leave the skin: Peeling the carrots is not necessary, but it will give them a more delicate flavor and texture.
  • Cut the carrots into uniform pieces: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: Cooking the carrots in a single layer will help them brown and caramelize evenly.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pan: This will help distribute the heat evenly and prevent the carrots from burning.
  • Add the honey and mustard at the end: This will prevent them from burning and becoming bitter.
  • Season to taste: Add salt and pepper to taste, or other seasonings of your choice.

Conclusion:

Honey mustard carrots are a simple but delicious side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of main courses. They are also a healthy and nutritious snack. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. So, next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give honey mustard carrots a try. You won't be disappointed!

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