Carrots with Honey

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
10%
Carrots with Honey
45 min.
4
159kcal

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Looking for a delightful and nutritious side dish that will leave your guests praising your culinary skills? Look no further than our Carrots with Honey recipe! This visually stunning dish combines the natural sweetness of carrots with the rich flavor of honey and a splash of citrus, creating a harmonious blend of tastes that are sure to impress. Plus, it's both gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a fantastic option for those with dietary restrictions.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a colorful, vibrant dish that pairs perfectly with a variety of main courses, from grilled meats to vegetarian options. The tender, glazed carrots are not only a feast for the eyes but also packed with vitamins and minerals, making them a healthy addition to your meals. Each serving offers approximately 159 calories, allowing you to indulge guilt-free!

The combination of fresh ginger, lime, and orange juice brings a zesty kick that elevates the natural flavors of the carrots, while the ginger adds a mild warmth to the dish. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply looking to brighten up your weeknight dinner, Carrots with Honey will become a go-to recipe that is as delicious as it is easy to prepare.

Get ready to enjoy a side dish that's not only healthy but also bursting with flavor! Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons butter 
  • pound carrots diagonally sliced
  • teaspoon ginger fresh minced
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon lime rind grated
  • 0.3 cup orange juice fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon orange rind grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Cook first 5 ingredients in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat, stirring often, 20 minutes or until carrot is tender.
  2. Remove from heat; stir in honey and remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts

Calories159kcal
Protein3.04%
Fat12.21%
Carbs84.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.53
Glycemic Load
16.58
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
10.106086898433%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.11mg
Hesperetin
2.3mg
Naringenin
0.35mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Kaempferol
0.27mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.3mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:158.98kcal
7.95%
Fat:2.32g
3.57%
Saturated Fat:0.46g
2.87%
Carbohydrates:36.27g
12.09%
Net Carbohydrates:32.95g
11.98%
Sugar:29.95g
33.27%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:393.94mg
17.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.3g
2.6%
Vitamin A:19067.76IU
381.36%
Vitamin C:16.15mg
19.58%
Vitamin K:15.01µg
14.29%
Fiber:3.32g
13.28%
Potassium:416.92mg
11.91%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.48%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.62%
Folate:27.31µg
6.83%
Vitamin B3:1.22mg
6.12%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.03%
Vitamin E:0.84mg
5.62%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.89%
Phosphorus:44.82mg
4.48%
Calcium:42.84mg
4.28%
Magnesium:16.55mg
4.14%
Vitamin B5:0.37mg
3.68%
Copper:0.07mg
3.54%
Iron:0.5mg
2.79%
Zinc:0.35mg
2.32%
Source:My Recipes