Slow Cooker Carrots With Garlic Balsamic Glaze
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Slow Cooker Carrots With Garlic Balsamic Glaze
Description
This recipe places carrots, whole garlic cloves, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper together in a slow cooker. Cooking on low or high heat for several hours softens the carrots and reduces the balsamic vinegar to a subtle, glossy glaze. The garlic cloves infuse mild pungency into the carrots during the long cook time.
The result is tender carrots with a balance of sweetness and acidity from the balsamic glaze, enhanced by the rich olive oil and seasoned with salt and pepper. The garlic's mellow flavor adds complexity without overwhelming the dish.
These glazed carrots make a flavorful side dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses, providing a vibrant color and balanced taste. Leftover carrots from the slow cooker can be blended to create carrot hummus, extending the use of the dish creatively.
Ingredients
- 1 to 1½ lbs carrot 450 to 680 g
- 4 to 6 cloves garlic
- 2 Tbsp olive oil 30 mL
- 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar 30 mL
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prep: Add all ingredients to a slow cooker, tossing to coat carrots evenly.
- Cook: Cook on high for 4 to 6 hours or low for 6 to 8 hours (or until tender). It's useful to use slow cooker liners for this recipe to prevent carrots from sticking to your slow cooker.
Notes
- Leftover glazed carrots can be blended into a smooth carrot hummus for an additional use.
- Using slow cooker liners may help prevent sticking and simplify cleanup.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 112 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 112kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 12.2g | 4% |
| Protein | 1.1g | 2% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 226mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 377mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2.9g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5.6g | 11% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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