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Honey-Orange Glazed Carrots with Herb Dressing Recipe

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These honey-orange glazed carrots are a delicious, easy-to-make side dish featuring tender roasted carrots coated in a sweet and tangy orange-honey glaze, topped with a fresh herb yogurt dressing and toasted walnuts for a delightful crunch. Perfect for any season and occasion, this recipe balances bright citrus flavors with creamy herbs to elevate simple carrots into a gourmet treat.

  • Total Time: 35 to 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Carrots & Glaze

  • 2 lbs carrots, peeled
  • ⅓ cup fresh-squeezed orange juice
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Herb Dressing

  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup flat-leaf parsley, plus more for serving
  • 2 teaspoons orange zest
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1-2 tablespoons water or milk (optional, for thinning)

Garnish (Optional)

  • ¼ cup toasted walnuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Heat the oven to 425°F (218°C) to get it ready for roasting the carrots.
  2. Prepare Carrots and Glaze: Slice the peeled carrots diagonally into crosswise pieces. In a medium bowl, whisk together orange juice, olive oil, honey, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper until well combined.
  3. Toss Carrots in Glaze: On a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper, evenly toss the sliced carrots with the orange-honey glaze. If needed to avoid overcrowding, divide the carrots between two baking sheets.
  4. Roast Carrots: Bake the carrots for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through and rotating the pans to ensure even cooking. Roast until the carrots are tender, golden brown, and the glaze has mostly evaporated or thickened into a sticky coating.
  5. Add Lemon Juice: After roasting, drizzle the carrots with 1 tablespoon lemon juice and toss well to coat for extra brightness.
  6. Make Herb Dressing: While carrots roast, combine Greek yogurt, ½ cup parsley, orange zest, remaining 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and ground coriander in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. If needed, add 1-2 tablespoons water or milk to achieve a drizzle-able consistency.
  7. Serve: Toss the roasted carrots with any glaze liquid left in the pan, then transfer them to a serving platter. Drizzle the herb dressing over the carrots, and sprinkle with toasted walnuts and extra chopped parsley if desired for garnish.

Notes

  • For quicker preparation, you can omit the herb dressing and toasted walnuts, serving the glazed carrots as-is.
  • If using small, thin carrots, you may roast them whole instead of slicing.
  • Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey according to taste.
  • Use fresh-squeezed orange juice for the best bright and natural flavor.
  • The dressing can be thinned with water or milk to your preferred consistency.
  • Author: Adeline
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 to 30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

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