Instant Pot Carrots Glazed With Garlic and Herb
Carrots are a great source of vitamins and nutrients for both humans and our four-legged friends. However, many of us don’t eat carrots very often. These Instant Pot Carrots glazed with garlic and herb are delicious, easy, and quick to make any day of the week. Make these Instant Pot glazed carrots as a side for dinner or save this recipe as a treat for Thanksgiving or Christmas.
If you’re wondering how to cook baby carrots, then this glazed baby carrots recipe is just for you! Steamed baby carrots and Instant pot carrots are super nutritious. They are full of vitamins and potassium which is great for helping keep healthy blood pressure.
There are plenty of health benefits to eating carrots and they are great for both humans and our beloved pet dogs. You may be interested in reading the following article: Are carrots good for dogs?
Why You’ll Love This Instant Pot Carrots Glazed With Garlic and Herb Recipe
- Aromatic and Tasty: The garlic and herb glaze enhances the natural sweetness of the carrots.
- Effortless Cooking: The Instant Pot simplifies the process, making it easy even for beginners.
- Versatile Side Dish: Pairs wonderfully with a variety of main dishes for any occasion.
Ingredients for This Instant Pot Carrots Recipe
- Baby Carrots: Are the main stars of the dish, providing a sweet, slightly earthy flavor and a tender texture when cooked.
- Water: Used to steam the carrots, it helps soften them and makes them perfect for absorbing the flavors of the glaze.
- Brown Sugar: Introduces a rich sweetness that beautifully complements the natural sugar in the carrots, enhancing their flavor.
- Minced Garlic: Adds a savory, pungent kick that contrasts wonderfully with the sweetness of the carrots and brown sugar.
- Parsley: Imparts a light, herby note that brings a refreshing balance to the dish and adds a pop of color.
- Salt and Pepper: Heighten the flavors of the other ingredients and bring out the sweetness of the carrots.
- Unsalted Butter: Adds a creamy richness to the glaze and helps it adhere to the carrots, ensuring every bite is deliciously flavorful.
How To Cook Carrots In THE Instant Pot?
Serves 4
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 5 minutes
Pressurizing time: 10 minutes
First, add your baby carrots and water into the bottom of your Instant Pot.
Next add brown sugar, minced garlic, parsley, salt and pepper to your Instant Pot.
Stir to combine and top with butter.
Place the lid on the Instant Pot and set to pressure cook for 5 minutes. When the cooking time is up, do a natural release.
Stir to coat carrots with glaze before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Calories in Baby Carrots?
Baby carrots are super tasty and they have very little calories. In fact, there are only 35 calories in a cup of baby carrots which means they are a great healthy snack to munch on both raw and cooked. 
Instant Pot Carrots Glazed With Garlic And Herb
You want to make your carrots a more delicious yet still healthy side dish you can serve to your family? Then try this Instant Pot Carrots Glazed with Garlic and Herb Recipe!
Ingredients
- 1 pound baby carrots
- 1 cup of water
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic (2 cloves)
- 1 teaspoon parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
First, add your baby carrots and water into the bottom of your Instant Pot. Next add brown sugar, minced garlic, parsley, salt and pepper to your Instant Pot. Stir to combine and top with butter.
Place the lid on the Instant Pot and set to pressure cook for 5 minutes. When the cooking time is up, do a natural release.
Stir to coat carrots with glaze before serving.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 113Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 167mgCarbohydrates: 15gFiber: 3gSugar: 11gProtein: 1g
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