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    Published: Dec 9, 2019 · Modified: Jan 18, 2020 by Trish · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads ·

    Orange Glazed Carrots with Feta and Mint

    glazed carrots with feta and pecans in serving bowl
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    Add these elegant carrots to dinner, lightly glazed with orange and honey. Feta and pecans add flavour and texture.
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time15 mins
    Servings: 6 servings
    Side Dish
    glazed carrots with feta and pecans in serving bowl

    Simple glazed carrots taken to a whole new level. Crumbled feta, fresh mint and chopped candied pecans add sofistication to an otherwise ordinary sidedish.

    glazed carrots with feta and pecans in serving bowl

    Glazed carrots are a simple side dish that work nicely on any special occassion dinner table. Add a few extras - like crumbled feta cheese and chopped pecans and instantly you have something memorable.

    These carrots are done in one pan and take about 15 minutes to cook from start to finish. Which means you can get these ready for the table just before serving.

    Orange and honey add sweetness, contrasting nicely with sharpe and salty feta cheese.

    For a special treat I've added crushed candied pecans. It's the holidays after all. But feel free to use any toasted nuts you like. They must be toasted.

    orange and zest on a plate with microplane grater

    How to make Glazed Carrots

    It is a fairly simple process. You will want just enough liquid to steam and cook the carrots with the lid on. Once the carrots are tender, you will boil this down to make a glaze, so it's important to not start with too much. You can always add more.

    butter and herbs ready for glazed carrots

    I like a little bit of celery seed with the butter for these carrots. I find it grounds the flavours and compliments the carrots. Add the carrots to pan, toss in the butter.

    sliced carrots in pot

    Then add ⅓ cup of water, bring to a boil and cover. It's a quick boil.

    After 4-5 minutes the carrots should be fork tender, but not mushy. They should still have a little bit of a bite to them. Don't over cook your carrots, mushy carrots are not your friend.

    At this point remove the lid and boil off the excess liquid. You should be left with just a tablespoon or so.

    Add the remaining ingredients: honey, orange juice, orange zest and green onions. Simmer for a few minute and toss the carrots to cover in this lovely sauce. It should be a light glaze.

    cooked carrots in a orange glaze

    Serve the finished carrots with crumbled feta cheese, more green onions and chopped toasted pecans. Mint is amazing, add fresh mint if you have it.

    glazed carrots with feta and pecans in serving bowl

    I've used candied pecans on top, but any roasted nut will do. To make your own candied pecan go here.

    To save yourselve time on dinner day - peel and slice the carrots ahead of time.

    This recipe makes about 6 servings as a side dish.

    glazed carrots with feta and pecans in serving bowl
    Average rating: 5 stars

    Orange Glazed Carrots with Pecans and Feta

    Add these elegant carrots to dinner, lightly glazed with orange and honey. Feta and pecans add flavour and texture.
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time15 mins
    Servings: 6 servings

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced into thick rounds
    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • ¼ teaspoon celery seed
    • ⅓ cup water
    • 2 tablespoon orange juice
    • 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
    • 2 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
    • 1 green onion, thinly sliced
    • 1 tablespoon fresh mint
    • 2 tablespoon crumbled feta cheese
    • 2 tablespoon chopped pecans or other nuts salted or candied is best
    • a healthy pinch of salt

    Instructions

    • Melt butter over medium heat in large deep skillet with a tight fitting lid. Add celery seed and allow to sizzle for one minute. Add carrots, toss in butter. Then add ⅓ cup of water. Bring to a hard boil and cover with a lid. Boil, covered for 4-5 minutes.
    • After 4-5 minutes, check carrots, they should be mostly tender at this point. Continue to boil on high high to allow liquid to mostly boil off. You just want to tablespoon or so of liquid at the bottom of the pan. Reduce heat, add orange juice, orange zest, green onions and honey. Simmer until slightly reduced. Salt well. Test for seasoning and adjust salt if needed. Remove to serving platter. Drizzle remaining pan sauce over carrots and sprinkle with fresh mint, pecans and feta cheese. Serve immediately
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    1. crumbtopbaking says

      December 11, 2019 at 7:36 am

      Carrots are a staple side dish in my house, so I'm always looking for new ways to prepare them. The glaze on these sounds flavourful and the addition of pecans and feta on top is sure to be a hit with my family!

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    2. Colleen says

      December 11, 2019 at 12:12 pm

      These carrots look delicious, and I know my family will love the addition of toasted pecans. Thanks for sharing!

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    3. Justine @ JustineCelina.com says

      December 11, 2019 at 7:03 pm

      I love this elevated spin on carrots and would have NEVER thought to pair these flavours together. Beautiful!

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    4. [email protected] says

      December 12, 2019 at 8:20 pm

      I am so intrigued by your lovely side dish, Trish! I love all of the ingredients that you used i your Orange Glazed Carrots with Feta and Mint and I can imagine that they would pair very well all together. Your recipe reminds me very much of the technique used in Vichy Carrots. Pinned and I will be sure to try it.

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    5. Food Meanderings says

      December 15, 2019 at 11:37 pm

      I will definitely be making these. What a creative and delicious sounding side dish - YUM!

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