Glazed orange carrots

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Glazed orange carrots
15 min.
6
71kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and delicious side dish that will brighten up your dinner table? Look no further than these Glazed Orange Carrots! This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it the perfect choice for busy weeknights or festive gatherings alike. Packed with sweet and citrusy flavor, these baby carrots are beautifully enhanced with a glossy orange glaze that is equal parts charming and mouthwatering.

Not only is this dish vegetarian and gluten-free, but it also brings a burst of color to your plate, enticing not only your taste buds but your eyes too. The combination of tender carrots sautéed in rich butter and tangy orange juice will have everyone asking for seconds. Don't forget the finishing touch of freshly chopped parsley, which adds a pop of freshness and a hint of herbal flavor that rounds out the dish perfectly.

Whether you're serving them alongside roasted chicken, grilled fish, or a hearty vegetarian entrée, these Glazed Orange Carrots are sure to be a hit. Indulge in the delightful balance of sweet and savory, while enjoying the health benefits of carrots packed with vitamins and minerals. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this scrumptious side that’s simple, satisfying, and utterly irresistible!

Ingredients

  • 600 carrots 
  • 1.5 tbsp butter 
  • tbsp orange juice 
  • handful parsley chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Trim the carrots and cook in boiling water for 4-6 mins until just tender, then drain. Melt the butter in a large frying pan, add the drained carrots, then fry over a high heat for 1 min.
  2. Pour over the orange juice and cook for a further 2-3 mins, bubbling the sauce and stirring to thoroughly coat the carrots. Finally, stir in the chopped parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories71kcal
Protein5.58%
Fat37.97%
Carbs56.45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.14
Glycemic Load
3.63
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
9.4204347881934%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
1.02mg
Naringenin
0.18mg
Apigenin
1.44mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Kaempferol
0.25mg
Myricetin
0.14mg
Quercetin
0.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:70.52kcal
3.53%
Fat:3.14g
4.83%
Saturated Fat:1.86g
11.62%
Carbohydrates:10.51g
3.5%
Net Carbohydrates:7.67g
2.79%
Sugar:5.46g
6.07%
Cholesterol:7.63mg
2.54%
Sodium:92.28mg
4.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.04g
2.08%
Vitamin A:16867.88IU
337.36%
Vitamin K:24.39µg
23.23%
Vitamin C:11.04mg
13.38%
Fiber:2.84g
11.36%
Potassium:341.55mg
9.76%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.26%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.11%
Folate:22.67µg
5.67%
Vitamin B3:1.03mg
5.14%
Vitamin E:0.75mg
5.01%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.96%
Phosphorus:37.68mg
3.77%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.67%
Calcium:35.71mg
3.57%
Magnesium:13.34mg
3.33%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
2.96%
Copper:0.05mg
2.49%
Iron:0.36mg
1.99%
Zinc:0.25mg
1.7%