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Baby Carrots with Dill, Butter, and Lemon

Baby Carrots with Dill, Butter, and Lemon

Prep: 10 minutes; Cook: 10 minutes.

Health NOVEMBER 2004

  • Yield: 6 servings (serving size: about 1/2 cup)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 pounds baby carrots, peeled and tops trimmed to 1 inch
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
  • 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

1. Place broth in a large pot. Arrange carrots in a metal steamer insert or bamboo steamer; place in pot. Cover; bring broth to a boil. Steam carrots for 10 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Transfer carrots to a large bowl. Add remaining ingredients; toss well. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information

Amount per serving
  • Calories: 82
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated fat: 1g
  • Monounsaturated fat: 1g
  • Polyunsaturated fat: 0.0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Carbohydrate: 13g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 6mg
  • Iron: 1mg
  • Sodium: 341mg
  • Calcium: 57mg
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