Orange-glazed carrots

Orange-glazed carrots are a classic side dish featuring sliced carrots cooked in a sweet, tangy glaze made from orange juice, zest, and often butter or honey. The dish is popular in Western cuisine, particularly in American and European home cooking, where it's a common accompaniment to roasted meats.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is moderate in carbohydrates from the natural sugars in carrots and the added sweeteners in the glaze, with minimal fat and protein. It's a good source of vitamin A (from beta-carotene), fiber, and vitamin C, with a typical serving containing around 100-150 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	110 kcal
Protein	1.2 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	2.5 g
Fiber	3.5 g
Sugar	15 g
Sodium	280 mg
Vitamin A	12000 IU (240% DV)
Vitamin C	12 mg (13% DV)
Vitamin K	16 mcg (13% DV)
Potassium	420 mg (9% DV)
Manganese	0.3 mg (13% DV)
Vitamin B6	0.15 mg (9% DV)
Folate	25 mcg (6% DV)
Calcium	35 mg (3% DV)

Per 1 cup (156 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The bright orange color isn't just appealing—it signals a high beta-carotene content, which the body converts to vitamin A. The glaze's acidity from orange juice also helps enhance the absorption of these fat-soluble vitamins when paired with a small amount of fat like butter.