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Pea Pod Carrot Medley

Name: Pea Pod Carrot Medley
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings.
Ingredients: 2 medium carrots, sliced; 2 cups fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest; 1/3 cup orange juice; 2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce; 1/4 teaspoon salt

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Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

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2 servings

We grow pea pods, and I wanted to use them in something other than stir-fries. This fit the bill! I've carried it to church potlucks and received compliments on its pretty orange glaze and fresh taste. —Josie Smith, Winamac, Indiana

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Ingredients

2 medium carrots, sliced
2 cups fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/3 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

Place carrots and enough water to cover them in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 5 minutes. Add peas; simmer, covered, until peas are crisp-tender, 2-3 minutes. Drain vegetables; remove from pan; set aside.
In same pan, mix remaining ingredients until cornstarch is dissolved; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Add vegetables; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 119 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 535mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 6g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1/2 fruit.

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