Maple Glazed Carrots

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Makes

2 servings

Updated: Sep. 11, 2022
I like to make this side dish when I want to add some color to my meal. The touch of maple syrup is a nice surprise and so compatible with the carrot flavor. The crunch of pecans adds a special touch. -Sharon Bickett, Chester, South Carolina

Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 cups baby carrots or sliced carrots
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, bring carrots and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10 minutes or until tender. Drain. Stir in the butter, syrup and pecans until the butter is melted.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 245 calories, 16g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 105mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein.