Citrus Carrots

By krystallondon

Citrus, in the form of juices and zest, brighten up carrots and mushrooms to turn this side dish into one worthy of company.

Ingredients

• 1 (16 oz) package baby carrots
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chopped mushrooms
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp white pepper
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp orange juice
• 1 tsp grated orange zest

Preparation

Step 1

1. Place carrots in a skillet; cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 3-4 minutes, until crisp-tender. Drain carrots and reserve; return to skillet.

2. Add olive oil to skillet along with garlic and mushrooms. Cook and stir 4-5 minutes, until crisp-tender. Return carrots to skillet along with remaining ingredients.

3. Bring to a simmer; simmer 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Serve immediately.

Nutrients per serving

75.02 calories, 4.66 g fat, (0.65 g saturated), 8.14 g carbohydrates, 254.55 mg sodium