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A large pan of sauteed carrots with bacon Dijon dressing
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Sauteed Carrots with Bacon Dijon Dressing

These sautéed carrots tossed with a bacon Dijon dressing are irresistible! They're perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or Thanksgiving side dish! Watch the video below to see how I make them in my kitchen.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Carrot Recipe, Sauteed Carrots
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Lisa Bryan

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces bacon diced into ¼-inch pieces
  • 1 ½ pounds carrots peeled and thinly sliced on a diagonal
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon thinly sliced chives
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Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the bacon and cook for for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and crisp. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a paper towel lined plate. Pour off all but 2 tablespoons of bacon fat from skillet.
    A pan with cooked bacon for sauteed carrots
  • Increase the heat to medium-high. Add the carrots to the skillet, cover, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes without stirring, allowing the bottom edge to caramelize.
    Sauteed carrots in a pan
  • Remove the lid and stir uncovered for 2 to 3 minutes. Then add the crispy bacon, mustard, honey, vinegar, salt, and pepper and stir for an additional minute, to combine.
    Tossing sauteed carrots with a bacon Dijon dressing
  • Garnish and toss with freshly chopped chives before serving.
    Sauteed carrots in a pan with a large spoon

Video

Nutrition

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 492mg | Potassium: 612mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 1mg