Sesame baby carrots

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
4%
Sesame baby carrots
20 min.
4
138kcal

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If you're looking for a quick and delicious side dish that’s both wholesome and satisfying, look no further than these Sesame Baby Carrots! This vibrant recipe brings together the natural sweetness of baby carrots, the rich flavor of sesame oil, and a hint of caramelization from light muscovado sugar to create a dish that is as pleasing to the palate as it is to the eye.

Perfectly suited for any meal, these carrots are not only vegetarian but also gluten-free and low FODMAP, making them an ideal choice for anyone with dietary restrictions. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a side that feels special without spending hours in the kitchen. The buttery glossy finish, highlighted by the crunch of toasted sesame seeds, adds both luxury and texture to the carrots.

These Sesame Baby Carrots are versatile enough to accompany your favorite protein or stand alone as a delightful addition to a vegetarian platter. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a quiet night in, this dish is a sure way to impress and satisfy. With a calorie count of just 138 per serving, you can indulge guilt-free. Let’s dive into this delightful side dish that celebrates simple yet sophisticated flavors!

Ingredients

  • 450 carrots 
  • 25 butter 
  • tsp g muscovado sugar light
  • tbsp sesame oil 
  • tbsp sesame seed toasted

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Place the carrots in a large frying pan in one layer. Dot over the butter and half cover with 200ml cold water. Bring to the boil, then simmer for about 8 mins until the liquid is almost all evaporated.
  2. Sprinkle with sugar, add the sesame oil and toss the carrots in the buttery juices over a low heat for about 4 mins until glossy.
  3. Serve mixed with the sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts

Calories138kcal
Protein4.17%
Fat62.24%
Carbs33.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.96
Glycemic Load
3.67
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
10.053478305754%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.12mg
Kaempferol
0.27mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.24mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:137.81kcal
6.89%
Fat:9.96g
15.32%
Saturated Fat:3.9g
24.39%
Carbohydrates:12.09g
4.03%
Net Carbohydrates:8.68g
3.16%
Sugar:6.12g
6.8%
Cholesterol:13.44mg
4.48%
Sodium:118.28mg
5.14%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.5g
3%
Vitamin A:18950.64IU
379.01%
Vitamin K:15.76µg
15.01%
Fiber:3.42g
13.66%
Manganese:0.22mg
10.84%
Potassium:373.09mg
10.66%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.68%
Vitamin C:6.64mg
8.05%
Copper:0.14mg
7.14%
Vitamin E:0.94mg
6.28%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.16%
Calcium:61.23mg
6.12%
Vitamin B3:1.21mg
6.05%
Folate:23.75µg
5.94%
Phosphorus:55.06mg
5.51%
Magnesium:21.59mg
5.4%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.29%
Iron:0.67mg
3.73%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.16%
Zinc:0.45mg
3%
Selenium:0.96µg
1.37%