Carrots & Brussels Sprots With Lemon Butter

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Bright, zesty root vegetables tossed in a fragrant lemon-garlic butter sauce
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This vibrant side dish transforms humble carrots and Brussels sprouts into a culinary delight. The vegetables are boiled until just tender, then tossed in a warm, aromatic butter sauce infused with fresh lemon zest, juice, minced garlic, and earthy caraway seeds. The result is a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors with a silky texture. It’s an elegant yet simple addition to any holiday table or weeknight dinner, offering a fresh twist on traditional roasted veggies that pairs beautifully with roasted meats or fish.

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Carrots & Brussels Sprots With Lemon Butter

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 46.5

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This vibrant side dish transforms humble carrots and Brussels sprouts into a culinary delight. The vegetables are boiled until just tender, then tossed in a warm, aromatic butter sauce infused with fresh lemon zest, juice, minced garlic, and earthy caraway seeds. The result is a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors with a silky texture. It&# 226;ÂÂs an elegant yet simple addition to any holiday table or weeknight dinner, offering a fresh twist on traditional roasted veggies that pairs beautifully with roasted meats or fish.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and halve them lengthwise.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
  3. Add the julienned carrots and halved Brussels sprouts to the boiling water.
  4. Cook the vegetables until they are tender but still crisp, about 10 minutes.
  5. Drain the vegetables well and set them aside in a large bowl.
  6. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  7. Add the grated lemon peel, lemon juice, caraway seeds, and minced garlic to the melted butter.
  8. Simmer the sauce for 1 minute to infuse the flavors.
  9. Add the drained vegetables to the saucepan and toss gently to coat evenly.
  10. Heat through for 1 minute and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 46.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 78.3mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 11.3g4%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g13%
Sugars 5.3g
Protein 1.0g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: carrots, brussels sprouts, lemon butter, side dish, vegetables, garlic, caraway, boiled, glazed, holiday dinner, easy, healthy, root vegetables, christmas, thanksgiving, zesty, classic, comfort food, gluten free, dairy free option
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