Glazed Root Vegetables
Glazed Root Vegetables bring together tender turnips, carrots, parsnips, and sweet potatoes in a glossy balsamic-sugar reduction that balances earthy depth with gentle sweetness and a tangy finish. The vegetables simmer until just tender and lightly lacquered, perfect alongside roasted meats or as a vibrant holiday side. Each bite offers caramel notes, a touch of acidity, and warm, rooty comfort.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Arrange the turnips, carrots, parsnips, and sweet potatoes in a single layer on the bottom of a large skillet.
- 2
Pour in enough water to cover the vegetables without fully submerging them; add the sugar and balsamic vinegar.
- 3
Set the skillet over medium-high heat and bring the liquid to a boil.
- 4
Cook, stirring, until the liquid evaporates and the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
- 5
Season with salt and pepper to serve.
- Calories 122.32 kcal Moderate
- Protein 2.73 g Low Source
- Carbs 28.05 g Moderate
- Total Fat 0.12 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 151.74 mg Moderate
- Fiber 5.55 g Moderate
- Sugar 10.84 g High
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 37.02 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.67 mg Low Source
- Potassium 163.27 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 1066.24 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 21.59 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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