Ginger Sauced Carrots(Microwave)

Prep: 5 min Cook: 14 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Bright and flavorful microwave carrots glazed with honey and ginger, topped with toasted almonds—perfect as a quick side dish for any meal, appealing to both kids and adults.

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons margarine
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 2 cups carrots, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup sliced, toasted almonds

Instructions

  1. In a microwave dish, stir together water, margarine, honey, lemon juice, and ground ginger.
  2. Add thinly sliced carrots to the mixture.
  3. Cover and microwave on High for 12 to 14 minutes or until carrots are tender.
  4. Sprinkle with toasted sliced almonds before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

575 kcal 29% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.8g 20% DV
Total Fat 34.1g 44% DV
Carbs 65.3g 24% DV
Fiber 12.6g 45% DV
Sugar 32.5g 65% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 248mg 11% DV
Potassium 1193.8mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 856.3mcg 95% DV
Vitamin C 4mg 4% DV
Calcium 155.5mg 12% DV
Iron 7mg 39% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Tree nuts

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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