Buttery Peas and Carrots

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Makes

4 servings

Updated: Feb. 08, 2022
This simple side dish is one you'll rely on often to serve with a variety of main courses. The hint of sugar brings out the vegetables' natural sweetness.

Ingredients

  • 2-1/2 cups baby carrots, halved lengthwise
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1-1/2 cups frozen peas
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a skillet, saute carrots in butter for 5 minutes. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 127 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 188mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein.