Lemon-Basil Carrots

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Lemon-Basil Carrots
20 min.
2
101kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and flavorful side dish that can elevate your dining experience? Look no further than this delightful Lemon-Basil Carrots recipe! Perfect for those following a vegetarian or gluten-free diet, this dish is not only easy to make but also packed with fresh, zesty flavors that will impress your taste buds. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's a quick addition to any meal, whether you're preparing a casual dinner or hosting a dinner party.

With a caloric content of 101 kcal per serving, this Lemon-Basil Carrots recipe is a guilt-free indulgence. The breakdown of macronutrients offers a balanced profile: 4.64% protein, 50.5% fat, and 44.86% carbohydrates, ensuring that it complements a wide range of main courses. The star of this dish is, of course, the carrots, but the combination of lemon juice, dried basil, garlic salt, and a dash of pepper creates a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate.

Cooking this recipe is a breeze, requiring only a few simple steps. First, cook the carrots until tender, then add the rest of the ingredients and cook them low and slow to meld the flavors perfectly. Served as a side dish, these Lemon-Basil Carrots are sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire, adding a touch of elegance and a burst of flavor to any meal.

Ingredients

  • medium carrots cut into 1-1/2 inch pieces
  • tablespoon butter 
  • teaspoons juice of lemon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon basil dried
  • 0.1 teaspoon garlic salt 
  • Dash pepper 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Place carrots in a small saucepan; add water to cover. Cook for 10 minutes or until tender; drain and return to pan.
  2. Add the remaining ingredients. Cook over low heat until butter is melted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories101kcal
Protein4.64%
Fat50.5%
Carbs44.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
64.42
Glycemic Load
3.88
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
9.7669565360183%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.29mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.27mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:101.18kcal
5.06%
Fat:5.98g
9.2%
Saturated Fat:3.64g
22.76%
Carbohydrates:11.96g
3.99%
Net Carbohydrates:8.47g
3.08%
Sugar:5.85g
6.5%
Cholesterol:15.05mg
5.02%
Sodium:274.66mg
11.94%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.24g
2.47%
Vitamin A:20557.6IU
411.15%
Vitamin K:18.82µg
17.92%
Fiber:3.48g
13.93%
Potassium:398.64mg
11.39%
Vitamin C:8.17mg
9.9%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.69%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.58%
Vitamin E:0.99mg
6.57%
Folate:24.29µg
6.07%
Vitamin B3:1.21mg
6.06%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.44%
Calcium:45.2mg
4.52%
Phosphorus:45mg
4.5%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.42%
Magnesium:15.91mg
3.98%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.46%
Copper:0.06mg
2.94%
Iron:0.49mg
2.71%
Zinc:0.31mg
2.07%