Best Herbed Carrots And Zucchini Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

HERBED CARROTS AND ZUCCHINI



Herbed Carrots and Zucchini image

A Betty Crocker cookbook shares a recipe packed with vitamin A! Fresh veggies get steamed, stirred and mixed with fresh herbs.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium carrots, sliced (1 cup)
4 medium zucchini, cut into julienne strips (3 cups)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried sage leaves
1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, place steamer basket; add 1/2 inch water to saucepan (water should not touch bottom of basket). Place carrots in basket. Cover tightly; heat to boiling. Reduce heat; steam carrots 3 minutes. Add zucchini; steam 4 to 6 minutes longer or until carrots and zucchini are crisp-tender.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Stir in carrots, zucchini and remaining ingredients. Cook uncovered 2 to 3 minutes, stirring gently, until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 160 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

HERBED CARROTS AND ZUCCHINI



Herbed Carrots and Zucchini image

Looking for new ways to enjoy my vegetables without adding a lot of calories, I came upon this lovely side. Lemon gives these a nice zip the basil a sweet herbal note. add a nice touch, they remain soft enough to pair this with lots of dishes. For a 0 point, I've also made this with Butter Buds.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Vegetable

Time 13m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup carrot, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 cup zucchini, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon onion powder or 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 -2 teaspoon butter (I use the light stuff myself )
pepper
salt

Steps:

  • Begin by bringing water in a large pot to boil; reduce to a bubbling simmer.
  • Place carrots in a steamer basket above the water, cover and steam for 3-5 minutes. You should be able to pierce the carrots with a fork but experience some resistance.
  • Place the zucchini over the carrots; recover and steam an additional 3-5 minutes until you reach the desired doneness.
  • Place the vegetables into a serving bowl and top with the butter, lemon juice, basil and garlic podwer. Toss until the flavors are well mixed.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52.1, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 5, Sodium 57.9, Carbohydrate 8.2, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 3.8, Protein 1.4

HERBED CARROTS AND ZUCCHINI



Herbed Carrots and Zucchini image

A Betty Crocker cookbook shares a recipe packed with vitamin A! Fresh veggies get steamed, stirred and mixed with fresh herbs.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium carrots, sliced (1 cup)
4 medium zucchini, cut into julienne strips (3 cups)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried sage leaves
1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, place steamer basket; add 1/2 inch water to saucepan (water should not touch bottom of basket). Place carrots in basket. Cover tightly; heat to boiling. Reduce heat; steam carrots 3 minutes. Add zucchini; steam 4 to 6 minutes longer or until carrots and zucchini are crisp-tender.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Stir in carrots, zucchini and remaining ingredients. Cook uncovered 2 to 3 minutes, stirring gently, until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 160 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »

    #15-minutes-or-less     #time-to-make     #course     #main-ingredient     #preparation     #for-1-or-2     #low-protein     #healthy     #side-dishes     #vegetables     #stove-top     #dietary     #low-sodium     #gluten-free     #low-cholesterol     #low-saturated-fat     #low-calorie     #low-carb     #healthy-2     #free-of-something     #low-in-something     #carrots     #squash     #equipment     #number-of-servings

Related Topics