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Ginger Lime Spiced Carrots

Ginger Lime Spiced Carrots for a Zesty, Healthy Side Dish

This Ginger Lime Spiced Carrots recipe offers a zesty and healthy side dish option, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sides
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Carrots
  • 4 medium carrots select uniform sizes for even cooking
  • 2 tablespoons butter swap with olive oil for dairy-free
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey use maple syrup for a vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger fresh delivers the best flavor
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice lemon juice makes a suitable stand-in
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet
  • cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by selecting carrots of similar size for even cooking. Peel the carrots and cut them into uniform pieces, about 1 to 2 inches long.
  2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Carefully add the chopped carrots and let them cook for 3-5 minutes until tender yet still slightly crisp. Drain and transfer to ice water.
  3. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Once bubbling, add honey, fresh ginger, and lime juice. Stir for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the blanched carrots to the skillet and gently toss to coat in the sauce. Heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Taste the Ginger Lime Spiced Carrots and adjust seasoning, serve warm or chill as a salad topping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 8000IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.4mg

Notes

Select carrots of uniform size for even cooking. Blanching enhances color and texture. Adjust the sauce to your taste and avoid overcooking to maintain crunch.

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