Lemon Glazed Carrots and Rutabagas
🕒 Cook Time: 25 minutes | 🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes | 🕒 Total Time: 35 minutes
🥕 Servings: 6
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Lemon Glazed Carrots and Rutabagas, a harmonious blend of sweetness and tanginess that will elevate any mealtime. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures tender vegetables coated in a luscious glaze, perfect for a quick and nutritious side dish.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 90.6
- Fat Content: 4.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 10.2mg
- Sodium Content: 170.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 12.6g
- Fiber Content: 3.1g
- Sugar Content: 8.4g
- Protein Content: 1.7g
Keywords:
Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Less Than 60 Minutes, Stove Top, Easy
Ingredients:
- 5 carrots
- 1 rutabaga
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 lemon, rind of
- 1/2 teaspoon dill weed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Prepare Vegetables: Begin by cutting the carrots and rutabaga into 3-inch x 1/4-inch strips. |
| 2 | Cook Vegetables: Place the prepared vegetables into a saucepan and add chicken broth. Bring it to a gentle boil. |
| 3 | Simmer: Reduce the heat, cover the saucepan, and allow the vegetables to simmer for 13 to 15 minutes or until they are tender. Do not drain the liquid. |
| 4 | Prepare Glaze: Meanwhile, in a separate small saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, lemon juice, lemon rind, dill weed, and salt. Cook and stir over medium heat for about 3 minutes until the ingredients are well combined and the mixture is slightly thickened. |
| 5 | Glaze Vegetables: Pour the prepared glaze over the cooked vegetables in the saucepan. Gently stir to ensure all the vegetables are evenly coated. |
| 6 | Final Cooking: Continue to cook the glazed vegetables, uncovered, for an additional 3 to 4 minutes. Stir gently to prevent sticking and ensure the vegetables are thoroughly glazed. |
| 7 | Serve: Once the vegetables are glazed to perfection, transfer them to a serving dish. Serve immediately as a delightful side dish to complement your main course. |
Tips:
- For a touch of freshness, garnish the dish with chopped parsley or additional lemon zest before serving.
- Adjust the sweetness and tanginess of the glaze according to your preference by varying the amount of brown sugar and lemon juice.
- Ensure to cut the vegetables into uniform strips for even cooking.
Enjoy your Lemon Glazed Carrots and Rutabagas! 🍋🥕
