Honey Glazed Carrots with Zesty Gremolata

Blossom Bees' Honey-Glazed Carrots With Carrot Top Gremolata

Makes: 8 servings
Active Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes

Ingredients:

• 4 3/4–5 pounds small carrots with tops (about 4–5 bunches), trimmed, peeled, tops reserved
• 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
• 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
• 1 tablespoon dark honey, such as buckwheat from Blossom Bees
• Kosher salt
• 2 small garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
• 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions:

1. Preparation: In a large wide heavy pot, combine carrots, butter, fresh orange juice, and Blossom Bees' dark, earthy buckwheat honey. Add 1 tsp. salt, cover, and cook over medium heat until carrots are crisp-tender, about 10–12 minutes.

2. Gremolata Preparation: Rinse about 1 bunch worth of carrot tops (or substitute with parsley) and pat dry. Coarsely chop to yield about 2/3 cup. Combine the carrot tops with garlic, lemon zest, extra-virgin olive oil, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl to create a fragrant gremolata.

3. Cooking: Uncover the pot and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce reduces enough to coat the carrots, approximately 8–10 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in fresh lemon juice and a dash of cayenne pepper; adjust seasonings.

4. Finishing Touch: Present the honey-glazed carrots on a platter and generously sprinkle with the vibrant carrot top gremolata.

Cook's Note: Look for carrots about 1/2"–3/4" in diameter at the widest end. Larger carrots can be halved or quartered lengthwise, as needed.

Pairing Suggestions:

• Spring Symphony with Blossom Bees' Spring Wildflower Honey: Embrace the fresh, floral notes by using Spring Wildflower Honey for a lighter, aromatic twist in this recipe, complementing the carrots' natural sweetness.

• Autumn Richness with Blossom Bees' Autumn Wildflower Honey: Explore the deep, earthy tones of Autumn Wildflower Honey to add a comforting richness, perfectly harmonizing with the earthy carrot flavors of this dish.

Nutrition Facts:

(Per Serving)

• Calories: 175
• Total Fat: 8g
• Cholesterol: 20mg
• Sodium: 240mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 25g
• Dietary Fiber: 6g
• Sugars: 15g
• Protein: 2g