Place carrots and water in a 2-quart covered glass casserole. Microwave, covered, at 100% power - 700 watts) 8 to 9 minutes until crisp-tender, stirring once after 5 minutes.
Drain. Stir in butter, sugar, parsley, lemon rind and juice, and salt. Microwave, covered, at 100% power 1 to 1 1/2 minutes until heated through.
Servings: 4