Lemony Glazed Carrots
A marmalade glaze brings out the natural sweetness of carrots in this fat-free side dish.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups sparkling lemonade or lemon-lime soda
- 1 lb. baby carrots, trimmed
- 1/3 cup orange marmalade
- 2 Tbs. chopped, fresh chives
Preparation
1. Bring sparkling lemonade or soda and carrots to a boil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook 10 to 15 minutes, or until carrots are tender. Drain, and reserve 3 Tbs. liquid. Transfer carrots to serving platter.
2. Whisk together marmalade and reserved 3 Tbs. liquid, and season with salt and pepper, if desired. Drizzle over carrots, and garnish with chives.
Nutrition Information
- Serving Size per 1/2-cup serving
- Calories 74
- Carbohydrate Content 19 g
- Cholesterol Content 0 mg
- Fat Content 0.5 g
- Fiber Content 2 g
- Protein Content 0.5 g
- Saturated Fat Content 0 g
- Sodium Content 69 mg
- Sugar Content 15 g