Citrus Peach Carrots

Name: Citrus Peach Carrots
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh baby carrots; 2 tablespoons water; 1/4 cup peach preserves; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 teaspoon orange juice; 1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 cup salted roasted almonds, coarsely chopped

Ingredients

1 pound fresh baby carrots
2 tablespoons water
1/4 cup peach preserves
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon orange juice
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup salted roasted almonds, coarsely chopped

Directions

Place carrots and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 4-6 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain.
In another microwave-safe bowl, combine the preserves, butter, orange juice, lemon zest and pepper. Cook, uncovered, on high for 30-45 seconds or until butter is melted. Pour over carrots; sprinkle with almonds and toss to coat.

Test Kitchen tip

If you don't have roasted almonds, stir in toasted chopped pecans or walnuts for added crunch and flavor.

Editor's Note

This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup equals 192 calories, 10 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 15 mg cholesterol, 158 mg sodium, 24 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 3 g protein.

Originally published as Citrus Peach Carrots in Simple & Delicious April/May 2019