Maple-Thyme Glazed Carrots with Fresh Herbs

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-22 · Updated 2026-04-22

Honey-glazed carrots with a hint of thyme and lemon, finished with fresh parsley for a vibrant side dish. This american-inspired vegetarian ready in about 25 minutes pairs maple syrup, finely chopped fresh thyme, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds carrots
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tsp finely chopped fresh thyme
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place 1 lb sliced carrots in a medium saucepan with 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes until tender but still firm.
2. Step 2: Drain the carrots, reserving 2 tbsp cooking liquid. Return carrots to the pan and add 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tsp fresh thyme, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 2 tbsp unsalted butter. Cook over medium-low heat for 4 minutes, stirring frequently until the butter melts and the sauce thickens to coat the carrots.
3. Step 3: Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp fresh parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then transfer to a serving dish and serve immediately.