Lemon Glazed Baby Carrots

Per serving

85kcal
1.2гProteins
3.2гFats
13.6гCarbs

Carrots can be quick and easy to prepare when you combine traditional cooking methods with the ease of the microwave. This recipe is adapted from America's Everyday Diabetes Cookbook.

Ingredients

4 serv.
  • baby carrots1 lb

    rinsed

  • chicken stock or 1/4 cup vegetable stock1⁄4 cup
  • butter1 tablespoon
  • brown sugar1 tablespoon
  • lemon juice1 tablespoon
  • lemon zest1⁄2 teaspoon

    grated

  • salt
  • pepper
  • fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon chives, finely chopped1 tablespoon

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse the carrots under running water and place in a 2 quart casserole, cover and microwave for 5 to 6 minutes or until crisp tender, stirring half way through.

  2. 2

    Drain off any water that accumulates during cooking and add the carrots to a medium saucepan along with the stock, butter, brown sugar, lemon juice and zest.

  3. 3

    Bring to a boil and cook, stirring often for 3 to 5 minutes or until liquid has evaporated and carrots are lightly glazed.

  4. 4

    Season with salt and pepper to taste, sprinkle with parsley or chives and serve.

Source: food.com
Original recipe

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