Glazed carrots with peas
Glazed carrots with peas might be just the side dish you are searching for. This gluten free and lacto ovo vegetarian recipe serves 8. One portion of this dish contains about 4g of protein, 9g of fat, and a total of 164 calories. Head to the store and pick up , butter, caster sugar, and a few other things to make it today. It will be a hit at your Easter event. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 20 minutes.
Instructions
Place the carrots in a medium-size saucepan with 125ml water, 50g butter, 1 tsp sugar and tsp sea salt. Bring the liquid to a simmer, cover, then cook over a low heat for 10-12 mins, stirring occasionally. Turn the heat up, then cook, uncovered, for 10-12 mins, stirring occasionally until all the liquid evaporates and they are glossy and coated,.
Towards the end of this time, place the peas in a medium-size saucepan with remaining butter and sugar, tsp salt and 50ml water. Bring this to a simmer over a high heat, then cook for several mins, stirring or tossing the peas frequently until they are tender and have turned a beautiful luscious green.
Drain and combine these in a serving dish with the carrots. Tuck in a few mint leaves, if you like.