Ruby's Honey Ginger Carrots

Ruby's Honey Ginger Carrots

Sweet honey and tangy ginger jazz up baby carrots in this quick and healthy side dish.

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Ruby's Honey Ginger Carrots
30 Minutes or Less
Start to finish, this recipe requires only a half-hour or less to make!
Healthy Pick
This recipe is a healthy choice for your preschooler. Prepare it together to familiarize your child with its good-for-you ingredients.
Party Snacks
Try this recipe at your child's next party. Double the ingredients or divide them in half, depending on the size of your celebration.

Servings: 6

Prep Time: 5 min.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. baby carrots
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 3 tbsp. honey
  • 2 tsp. freshly grated ginger
  • Pinch of salt and black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. lemon zest
  • 2 tsp. lemon juice

Directions

  1. Step 1

    Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add carrots and cook until tender but still somewhat firm, about 4-5 minutes. Drain.

  2. Step 2

    In a large skillet, melt butter and honey over low heat. Stir to help dissolve the honey. Add ginger, salt and pepper and carrots and cook over medium-high heat until heated through and shiny, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat.

  3. Step 3

    Place carrots in a large bowl. Add lemon zest and juice. Toss to combine and serve warm.

Nurtition Facts

  • Calories: 133
  • Total Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg
  • Sodium: 101mg
  • Total Carbs: 17g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Protein: 1g
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