Glazed carrots with peas

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
6%
Glazed carrots with peas
20 min.
8
164kcal

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Elevate your mealtime experience with our delightful glazed carrots with peas, a vibrant and flavorful side dish that's perfect for any occasion. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe showcases the natural sweetness of Chantenay carrots, which are known for their tender texture and rich flavor. Cooked to perfection, these carrots are not only a feast for the palate but also a visual treat, adding a splash of color to your dinner table.

In just 20 minutes, you can create a dish that's both wholesome and remarkably simple. The secret lies in the luscious glaze created by cooking the carrots with a touch of butter and a hint of sugar, which enhances their sweetness and gives them a glossy finish. Paired with fresh or frozen peas, this side dish brings a beautiful harmony of flavors and textures that complements a variety of main courses.

Served warm, the glazed carrots and peas offer a tender bite and a satisfying sweetness, making them an instant hit with family and friends alike. Plus, with only 164 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free. To enhance the freshness, consider adding a few mint leaves, providing an aromatic touch that makes this dish even more irresistible. Enjoy this delicious side that is sure to become a favorite at your dining table!

Ingredients

  • 800 chantenay carrot trimmed
  • 85 butter salted diced
  • 1.5 tsp caster sugar 
  • 300 pea fresh frozen shelled (or use )

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Place the carrots in a medium-size saucepan with 125ml water, 50g butter, 1 tsp sugar and tsp sea salt. Bring the liquid to a simmer, cover, then cook over a low heat for 10-12 mins, stirring occasionally. Turn the heat up, then cook, uncovered, for 10-12 mins, stirring occasionally until all the liquid evaporates and they are glossy and coated,.
  2. Towards the end of this time, place the peas in a medium-size saucepan with remaining butter and sugar, tsp salt and 50ml water. Bring this to a simmer over a high heat, then cook for several mins, stirring or tossing the peas frequently until they are tender and have turned a beautiful luscious green.
  3. Drain and combine these in a serving dish with the carrots. Tuck in a few mint leaves, if you like.

Nutrition Facts

Calories164kcal
Protein9.23%
Fat48.01%
Carbs42.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.99
Glycemic Load
5.92
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
12.08608695476%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
0.24mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:163.71kcal
8.19%
Fat:9.06g
13.94%
Saturated Fat:5.55g
34.66%
Carbohydrates:18.16g
6.05%
Net Carbohydrates:12.92g
4.7%
Sugar:6.77g
7.52%
Cholesterol:22.84mg
7.61%
Sodium:138.83mg
6.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.92g
7.84%
Vitamin A:16977.14IU
339.54%
Folate:97.32µg
24.33%
Fiber:5.24g
20.95%
Manganese:0.32mg
16.06%
Vitamin K:14.58µg
13.89%
Potassium:426.82mg
12.19%
Phosphorus:96.05mg
9.6%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.49%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
8.79%
Magnesium:32.09mg
8.02%
Vitamin C:6.05mg
7.33%
Copper:0.15mg
7.28%
Iron:1.24mg
6.91%
Vitamin E:1.01mg
6.74%
Vitamin B3:1.17mg
5.87%
Zinc:0.73mg
4.89%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.85%
Calcium:44.56mg
4.46%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.39%
Selenium:1.15µg
1.64%