3-Ingredient Candied Carrots {Gluten-Free, Vegan}
A super simple side dish perfect for any occasion! These Candied Carrots are a healthy version of a classic. Made with only three ingredients, this simple side dish comes together in under fifteen minutes and is a hit with everyone!
Whether you’re dairy-free, trying to reduce your sugar, or you’re just looking for a healthier variation, these candied carrots are for you!
Made with only three ingredients the carrots are sweetened with coconut syrup instead of the classic butter and brown sugar combo. Coconut syrup is a buttery, caramel-like syrup similar to maple syrup. It makes a wonderful addition to oatmeal, ice cream, and yes, this candied carrots recipe!
Carrots are naturally sweet, so this side dish recipe helps cut back on processed sugars because you really don’t need to add much else.
When To Use This Candied Carrots Recipe
This recipe is best made fresh and it comes together in only fifteen minutes. Though it tastes best when given 3-5 minutes to sit and allow the carrots to absorb the syrup.
These candied carrots work as a side dish to:
- pot roasts
- Thanksgiving dinner
- your typical weeknight dinner
They’re lightly seasoned and a hit with kids because of the sweetness.
Recipe Additions
If you want to add some green to your plate or spruce up the candied carrots dish, add one tablespoon of fresh parsley to them!
For most weeknights, we’re much too busy to be chopping fresh herbs. But for special occasions, the hint of green looks wonderful on the table.
Add a hint of sweetness to the table while loading up on veggies with these healthy candied carrots! A simple-to-make side dish option that won’t leave you feeling over-stuffed. These candied carrots come together quickly and are a hit with the whole family.
More simple side dishes to love:
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- Sheet Pan Sesame Roasted Vegetables with MCT Oil {Paleo, Vegan, Gluten-Free}
- Easy Savory Roasted Cauliflower {Keto, Paleo, Vegan}
- 5-Ingredient Curry Roasted Potatoes {Paleo, Gluten-Free, Vegan, Whole30}
- 6 carrotslarge, peeled & sliced (about 6-7 cups)
- 3tbs Wildly Organic Coconut Syrup
- 1/2tsp sea salt
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Prep the carrots and place them into a large pan. Add 1-2 inches of water. Cover and heat over medium-high heat.
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Cook for 5-7 minutes or until carrots are mostly tender. Drain the remaining water from the carrots.
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Place the pan back over the heat and add the coconut syrup. Cook, tossing frequently until the syrup is mostly evaporated.
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Toss the carrots in sea salt and remove from heat. Serve.
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