Orange-Glazed Carrots and Sugar Snap Peas

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Orange-Glazed Carrots and Sugar Snap Peas
15 min.
6
47kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and delicious side dish that will elevate your meal without taking up too much of your time? Look no further than our Orange-Glazed Carrots and Sugar Snap Peas! This delightful recipe is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 15 minutes—but it also caters to a variety of dietary preferences, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.

The combination of sweet orange marmalade and tender vegetables creates a beautiful glaze that enhances the natural flavors of the carrots and sugar snap peas. Each bite is a burst of freshness, making it a perfect accompaniment to any main course. With only 47 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while adding a pop of color to your plate.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to brighten up your weeknight meals, this dish is sure to impress. The simplicity of the ingredients and the ease of preparation make it a go-to recipe for busy cooks who still want to serve something special. So grab your saucepan and get ready to enjoy a delightful medley of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing!

Ingredients

  • cups baby carrots 
  • cup sugar snap peas frozen
  • tablespoons orange marmalade 
  • 0.5 teaspoon lawry's seasoned salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • Dash pepper 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In 2-quart saucepan, heat 1 cup water to boiling.
  2. Add carrots; return to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 8 to 10 minutes, adding sugar snap peas during last 5 minutes of cooking, until carrots are tender.
  3. Drain; return to saucepan.
  4. Stir in marmalade, seasoned salt, ginger and pepper. Cook and stir over medium heat until marmalade is melted and vegetables are glazed.

Nutrition Facts

Calories47kcal
Protein6.19%
Fat1.67%
Carbs92.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.33
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
7.533043489508%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:46.71kcal
2.34%
Fat:0.09g
0.14%
Saturated Fat:0.02g
0.12%
Carbohydrates:11.45g
3.82%
Net Carbohydrates:9.7g
3.53%
Sugar:8.69g
9.65%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:233.35mg
10.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.77g
1.54%
Vitamin A:6067.59IU
121.35%
Vitamin C:11.39mg
13.81%
Vitamin K:8.12µg
7.74%
Fiber:1.75g
6.99%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.83%
Folate:19.29µg
4.82%
Iron:0.75mg
4.19%
Potassium:138.85mg
3.97%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.67%
Copper:0.07mg
3.27%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
2.96%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.52%
Calcium:24.77mg
2.48%
Magnesium:8.6mg
2.15%
Phosphorus:21.17mg
2.12%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.83%
Vitamin B3:0.35mg
1.74%