Maple-mustard glazed carrots

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
5%
Maple-mustard glazed carrots
20 min.
10
95kcal

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Are you searching for a delightful side dish that balances sweetness and tanginess while being veggie-friendly and easy on the digestive system? Look no further than these exquisite Maple-Mustard Glazed Carrots! Bursting with flavor, this dish elevates simple carrots into a stunning and tasty accompaniment for any meal.

Carrots are a versatile vegetable that absorbs tastes beautifully, and when coated with a luscious glaze made from pure maple syrup and zesty wholegrain mustard, they transform into a treat that will delight your taste buds. The buttery glaze not only enhances the natural sweetness of the carrots but also provides a rich, comforting texture that complements the bright and vibrant orange of your dish.

Best of all, this recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, and low FODMAP, making it accessible for those with dietary restrictions. With a preparation time of just 20 minutes, you can have this delicious side dish ready in no time, allowing you to impress your family or guests without spending hours in the kitchen.

Whether you're serving it for a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, these Maple-Mustard Glazed Carrots are sure to be a hit! Watch as your loved ones savor each bite and ask for seconds. So, grab your frying pan and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 kg carrots 
  • 50 butter 
  • tbsp maple syrup 
  • tbsp wholegrain mustard 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Peel and cut the carrots into batons. (You can do this up to 24 hours ahead and keep them in a polythene bag in the fridge.) Tip them into a pan, pour in enough boiling water just to cover, bring back to the boil, then put a lid on the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes until the carrots are just tender.
  2. Meanwhile, put the butter and maple syrup in a small pan.
  3. Heat until the butter is melted then stir in the mustard. Take off the heat.
  4. Drain the carrots and tip into a warmed serving dish.
  5. Pour the warm maple glaze over the carrots. Taste and adjust seasoning to suit.

Nutrition Facts

Calories95kcal
Protein5.23%
Fat39.54%
Carbs55.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.53
Glycemic Load
4.63
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
10.056521732522%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.14mg
Kaempferol
0.31mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.27mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:95.46kcal
4.77%
Fat:4.42g
6.8%
Saturated Fat:2.62g
16.35%
Carbohydrates:13.88g
4.63%
Net Carbohydrates:10.18g
3.7%
Sugar:7.38g
8.21%
Cholesterol:10.75mg
3.58%
Sodium:138.53mg
6.02%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.32g
2.63%
Vitamin A:21843.81IU
436.88%
Vitamin K:17.53µg
16.7%
Fiber:3.7g
14.82%
Potassium:423.95mg
12.11%
Manganese:0.24mg
11.91%
Vitamin C:7.68mg
9.3%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.03%
Vitamin E:0.98mg
6.53%
Vitamin B3:1.29mg
6.45%
Folate:24.95µg
6.24%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.09%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.01%
Phosphorus:48.32mg
4.83%
Calcium:47.22mg
4.72%
Magnesium:16.84mg
4.21%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.65%
Copper:0.06mg
2.98%
Iron:0.42mg
2.32%
Zinc:0.34mg
2.27%