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Special Diet Information

Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is NOT safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.

Lactose
Avoid this recipe if you are lactose intolerant.

Sodium
This is a low sodium recipe.

GERD / Acid Reflux
No specific GERD triggers.

Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.

 

"Bad cooks - and the utter lack of reason in the kitchen - have delayed human development longest and impaired it most." -Fredrich Nietzche, Philosopher

The refrigerator light goes on...

The little baby carrots are not really baby carrots. They're grown up carrots that are cut to look like baby carrots. They are a little more expensive, but it makes it easier because you don't have to prep them.


 

Maple Sage Carrots - Low Sodium Version

Servings: 4 | Serving size: about 1 cup

Cooking Time: 20 Minutes

This recipe can easily be multiplied and makes great leftovers.

Ingredients

Place the water in a medium pot fitted with a steamer basket over high heat. Add the carrots and steam for about 10 minutes.

Place the butter and olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Add the carrots and cook, tossing frequently. After the carrots begin to turn slightly brown, lower the heat to medium.

Toss and add the sage, salt and pepper. Cook for about 2 minutes. Add the maple syrup, toss and cook for about 1 minute. Serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: about 1 cup

Servings: 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories 70 Calories from Fat 23
% Daily Value
Total Fat 2.5g 3%
    Saturated Fat 1g 4%
    Monounsaturated Fat 1g
    Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol <5mg 0%
Sodium 160mg 7%
Total Carbohydrates 13g 5%
    Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
    Sugars 8g
Protein 1g
Vitamin A 88% Vitamin C 3%
Calcium 4% Iron 6%
Vitamin K 20mcg Potassium 300mg