Balsamic Glazed Carrots
Tender baby carrots are sautéed in olive oil, then finished with a glossy mix of balsamic vinegar and brown sugar for a sweet-tangy bite. Balsamic Glazed Carrots offer a bright, caramelized flavor that pairs well with roasted meats or weeknight mains. Serve warm as a quick, vibrant side that balances richness on the plate.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Balsamic Glazed Carrots, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 36 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 7 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
How it scores for each health goal
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- 65
- Heart Health
- 68
- Metabolic
- 27
- Digestive
- 31
- Inflammatory
- 24
- Performance
- 42
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Saute the carrots in the oil for about 10 minutes, or until tender.
- 3
Stir in the balsamic vinegar and brown sugar, mix to coat, and serve.
- Calories 98.68 kcal Low Source 5%
- Protein 1.57 g Low Source 3%
- Carbohydrate 16.65 g 6%
- Total Fat 3.17 g Low Source 4%
- Saturated Fat 0.45 g Low Source 2%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 103.06 mg Low Source 4%
- Dietary Fiber 3.2 g Moderate 11%
- Total Sugars 11.94 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 31.94 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 0.55 mg Low Source 3%
- Potassium 423.2 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 9.44 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Sulfites
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Balsamic Glazed Carrots is made with 4 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 15 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Baby Carrot, Balsamic Vinegar, Brown Sugar, and Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 98.68 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Balsamic Glazed Carrots made of?
- The main ingredients are Baby Carrot, Balsamic Vinegar, Brown Sugar, Olive Oil. The full list of 4 is above.
- How long does it take to make Balsamic Glazed Carrots?
- About 15 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 98.68 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Balsamic Glazed Carrots easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 4 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Balsamic Glazed Carrots healthy?
- Balsamic Glazed Carrots has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 98.68 calories and 1.57 g of protein, or 3% of the Daily Value. It contains Sulfites and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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