Carrots and Grapes Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 45 minutes
- 🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
- 🕒 Cook Time: 35 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 6
Description:
This intriguing recipe combines the sweetness of grapes with the earthy flavors of carrots, creating a dish that’s both unique and delicious. Perfect for potlucks or summer gatherings, this dish is low in protein and bursting with flavor. While I haven’t personally tried it yet, it certainly piques my interest!
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup butter
- 6 carrots
- 1 cup green seedless grapes
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 133.2
- Fat: 7.9g
- Saturated Fat: 4.9g
- Cholesterol: 20.3mg
- Sodium: 97.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 16.7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 12.7g
- Protein: 0.9g
Instructions:
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Melt Butter: Begin by melting the butter in a skillet over medium heat until it’s fully melted and begins to sizzle slightly.
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Prepare Carrots: While the butter is melting, peel the carrots and slice them into rounds or sticks, whichever you prefer.
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Cook Carrots: Add the sliced carrots to the skillet with the melted butter, ensuring they are evenly coated. Cover the skillet and cook for approximately 25 minutes, or until the carrots are almost tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
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Add Grapes and Sweeteners: Once the carrots are almost tender, add the green seedless grapes to the skillet along with the honey and lemon juice. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients.
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Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the grapes to soften slightly.
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Season: Taste the dish and season with salt to your preference. Remember, a little salt goes a long way in enhancing the natural flavors of the carrots and grapes.
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Garnish and Serve: Just before serving, sprinkle the dish with fresh mint leaves for a burst of freshness and color. Transfer the carrots and grapes to a serving dish and enjoy!
This delightful combination of sweet grapes, earthy carrots, and aromatic mint is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Serve it warm as a side dish or even as a light vegetarian main course. Enjoy experimenting with this unique recipe!
