Sweet & Spicy Roasted Carrots

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A little bit of cayenne adds an unexpected kick to these classic roasted carrots.

By
Laura Marzen, RD, LD
Laura Marzen, RD, LD
Laura Marzen, RD, LD

Laura Marzen, RD, LD, is known for developing approachable recipes using her attention to detail and relying on two decades of experience creating and testing recipes. She created and tested recipes while working in the Better Homes & Gardens test kitchen for over seven years.

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 serving
Nutrition Profile:
Diabetes-Friendly Low-Sodium Soy-Free High-Fiber Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie
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Ingredients

  • 8 medium carrots, peeled, halved if large, and cut into 2-inch pieces (4 cups)

  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar

  • 5 teaspoons butter, melted

  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • ⅛ teaspoon salt

  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves (Optional)

  • Dash of cayenne pepper

  • 2 tablespoons chopped toasted pecans

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Arrange carrots in an even layer in the prepared pan. Cover with foil. Roast for 30 minutes.

  3. Meanwhile, stir brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, salt, cloves (if using) and cayenne in a small bowl until well combined.

  4. Spoon the glaze mixture over the carrots and stir to coat well. Roast, uncovered, until the carrots are tender and glazed, about 10 minutes. Top with pecans.

Originally appeared: Diabetic Living Magazine, Fall 2018

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

143 Calories
8g Fat
19g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 2/3 cup
Calories 143
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 19g 7%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 13g
Protein 2g 4%
Total Fat 8g 10%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 13mg 4%
Sodium 197mg 9%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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