apple-glazed baby carrots

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Grapeview, WA

No need for sticky brown sugar and high-fat butter; let the natural, sweet taste of the carrots shine through. From American Diabetes Association.

(1 rating)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For apple-glazed baby carrots

  • 3 c
    baby carrots (about 1 1/2 8-oz bags)
  • 1 Tbsp
    lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp
    low-calorie margarine
  • 3 Tbsp
    apple juice concentrate
  • 2/3 c
    low-fat low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp
    cinnamon
  • 2 1-liter tsp
    cornstarch (or arrowroot powder)
  • 1 Tbsp
    water

How To Make apple-glazed baby carrots

  • 1
    In a steamer over 2 inches of boiling water, steam the carrots, covered, for 3 minutes. Sprinkle with lemon juice.
  • 2
    Melt the margarine in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the apple juice concentrate and cook until it melts. Add the broth and cinnamon and bring to a boil.
  • 3
    Mix together the cornstarch or arrowroot powder with the water. Add to the skillet, lower the heat, and cook until thickened. Add the carrots and toss well to coat.
  • 4
    Serving size: 1/2 cup. Exchanges Per Serving: 2 Vegetable. Nutrition Facts: Calories 61; Calories from Fat 12; Total Fat 1g; Saturated Fat 0g; Cholesterol 0mg; Sodium 77mg; Carbohydrate 12g; Dietary Fiber 2g; Sugars 7g; Protein 1g.

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