Orange Spiced Carrots Fat Free

Brighten up your table with these Orange Spiced Carrots, a vibrant and fat-free side dish that's as healthy as it is delicious! Tender carrot rounds are simmered to perfection in a fragrant blend of freshly squeezed orange juice, honey, and warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a lightly glazed, naturally sweet flavor profile. Infused with citrusy orange zest and a touch of salt for balance, this easy-to-make dish is ready in just 25 minutes, making it a perfect addition to busy weeknight dinners or festive holiday spreads. With its low-fat, nutrient-packed ingredients and irresistible aroma, this recipe delivers a burst of flavor without compromise—an ideal choice for wholesome, guilt-free indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams carrots
• 120 ml orange juice
• 60 ml water
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoons orange zest
• 0.25 teaspoons salt

Directions

Step 1

Peel the carrots and slice them into evenly sized rounds, approximately 1/4-inch thick, to ensure even cooking.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, water, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, honey, orange zest, and salt. Stir well to mix the ingredients.

Step 3

Place the sliced carrots into the saucepan and stir to coat the carrots with the orange spice mixture.

Step 4

Turn the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Cover the saucepan and let the carrots cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but not mushy.

Step 6

Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high. Allow the liquid to reduce for 2-3 minutes until it forms a light glaze over the carrots, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 7

Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving dish and garnish with a pinch of additional orange zest if desired.

Step 8

Serve warm and enjoy this delightful fat-free side dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(710.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	335.1

Total Fat 1.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 938.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.7g	0%
Total Sugars 50.8g
Protein 5.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 197.9mg	0%
Iron 1.9mg	0%
Potassium 1848.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 4.8%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 88.6%