Tía Rosa and Ruth Eichner's Sweet-and-Sour Carrots

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
32%
Tía Rosa and Ruth Eichner's Sweet-and-Sour Carrots
45 min.
8
163kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of Tía Rosa and Ruth Eichner's Sweet-and-Sour Carrots, a delightful side dish that will elevate any meal. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with a medley of colorful vegetables that are sure to impress your family and friends.

Imagine tender carrots, perfectly boiled and sliced, mingling with crisp green bell peppers and sweet yellow onions, all enveloped in a tangy-sweet sauce that strikes the perfect balance between savory and sweet. The combination of cider vinegar, sugar, and tomato puree creates a luscious dressing that brings out the natural sweetness of the vegetables while adding a zesty kick.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish is perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or simply as a delicious addition to your weeknight dinner. With only 163 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a burst of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Plus, the vibrant colors of this dish make it a feast for the eyes as well!

Chill it for at least two hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld beautifully, making it a refreshing and satisfying side that pairs wonderfully with a variety of main courses. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.

Ingredients

  • pounds carrots peeled
  • 0.8 cup apple cider vinegar 
  •  bell pepper green cut into 1-inch squares
  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • teaspoon ground mustard 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • cup tomato purée 
  • teaspoon worcestershire sauce 
  •  onion yellow cut into 1-inch wedges

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Boil the whole carrots until tender, then cut into 1/2-inch rounds. Steam the bell peppers and onions until tender.
  2. Combine all the vegetables in a large crock or bowl.
  3. Combine the vinegar and the sugar in a saucepan over low heat. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Stir in the tomato puree, mustard, and Worcestershire.
  4. Remove from the heat.
  5. Pour over the vegetables and stir together well. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
  6. Reprinted with permission from One Big Table: A Portrait of American Cooking by Molly O'Neill, (C) 2010 Simon & Schuster

Nutrition Facts

Calories163kcal
Protein5.86%
Fat3.22%
Carbs90.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.24
Glycemic Load
17.77
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
15.277391433716%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
2.23mg
Isorhamnetin
2.07mg
Kaempferol
0.59mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
10.95mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:163.35kcal
8.17%
Fat:0.61g
0.94%
Saturated Fat:0.1g
0.6%
Carbohydrates:38.89g
12.96%
Net Carbohydrates:33.58g
12.21%
Sugar:28.67g
31.86%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:101.51mg
4.41%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.51g
5.02%
Vitamin A:19278.46IU
385.57%
Vitamin C:49.21mg
59.65%
Fiber:5.31g
21.25%
Manganese:0.4mg
20.03%
Potassium:670.87mg
19.17%
Vitamin K:19.73µg
18.79%
Vitamin B6:0.35mg
17.42%
Vitamin E:1.58mg
10.54%
Copper:0.2mg
9.91%
Folate:37.93µg
9.48%
Vitamin B3:1.88mg
9.38%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.67%
Magnesium:32.04mg
8.01%
Phosphorus:78.15mg
7.81%
Iron:1.29mg
7.16%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.12%
Calcium:60.93mg
6.09%
Vitamin B5:0.55mg
5.52%
Zinc:0.55mg
3.65%
Selenium:1.21µg
1.73%
Source:Epicurious