Ginger-Orange Glazed Carrots

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
21%
Ginger-Orange Glazed Carrots
20 min.
4
87kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and delicious side dish that will elevate your meal? Look no further than these Ginger-Orange Glazed Carrots! This delightful recipe combines the natural sweetness of carrots with the zesty brightness of fresh orange juice and the warm, aromatic notes of ginger. Perfect for any occasion, these glazed carrots are not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for the taste buds.

In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free dish that serves four. With only 87 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free addition to your dinner table. The combination of agave nectar or maple syrup with the tangy orange juice creates a luscious glaze that clings to the tender carrots, making each bite a burst of flavor.

Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, preparing a holiday feast, or simply looking to add a nutritious side to your weeknight meals, these Ginger-Orange Glazed Carrots are sure to impress. They pair beautifully with a variety of main dishes, from roasted proteins to hearty grain bowls. Plus, the vibrant orange color adds a cheerful touch to your plate, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious. Try this recipe today and discover a new favorite side dish that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • pound baby carrots peeled cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • teaspoon ginger grated
  • tablespoons agave nectar 
  • 0.5 cup orange juice 
  • teaspoon orange zest grated for garnish (plus additional )
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt to taste (optional or )
  • 1.5 cups water 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Place the carrots in a medium-sized sauce pan and add salt and water. Cover and bring to a boil. Boil just until carrots are beginning to soften, about 3 minutes for very small carrots, longer for thicker carrots.
  2. Drain water and return carrots to sauce pan.
  3. Add the remaining ingredients to the carrots and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook uncovered, stirring often, until the liquid is reduced until very little–about a tablespoon–remains.
  4. Serve hot, warm, or cold with additional orange peel as garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Calories87kcal
Protein4.33%
Fat2.63%
Carbs93.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.5
Glycemic Load
2.86
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
10.280434766541%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Hesperetin
3.7mg
Naringenin
0.66mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:87.07kcal
4.35%
Fat:0.26g
0.4%
Saturated Fat:0.03g
0.22%
Carbohydrates:20.8g
6.93%
Net Carbohydrates:17.37g
6.32%
Sugar:15.15g
16.83%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:239.04mg
10.39%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.97g
1.94%
Vitamin A:15701.7IU
314.03%
Vitamin C:20.94mg
25.38%
Fiber:3.43g
13.74%
Vitamin K:13.05µg
12.43%
Folate:43.27µg
10.82%
Potassium:334.34mg
9.55%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.88%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.89%
Copper:0.14mg
7.19%
Iron:1.09mg
6.05%
Vitamin B5:0.52mg
5.17%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.03%
Calcium:43.44mg
4.34%
Vitamin B3:0.84mg
4.18%
Magnesium:16.07mg
4.02%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4%
Phosphorus:37.4mg
3.74%
Selenium:1.24µg
1.77%
Zinc:0.22mg
1.48%