PEA POD CARROT MEDLEY

Pea Pod Carrot Medley image

We grow pea pods, and I wanted to use them in something other than stir-fries. This fit the bill! I've carried it to church potlucks and received compliments on its pretty orange glaze and fresh taste. -Josie Smith, Winamac, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 medium carrots, sliced
2 cups fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/3 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Place carrots and water to cover in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 5 minutes. Add peas; simmer, covered, until peas are crisp-tender, 2-3 minutes. Drain and remove vegetables from pan; set aside., In same pan, mix remaining ingredients until cornstarch is dissolved; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Add vegetables; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 535mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges