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Glazed root vegetables

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Dietitian s tip

Any type of root vegetable works well in this side dish. For variety try sweet potatoes, parsnips or rutabagas.

Number of servings

Serves 4 Healthy carbLow SodiumLow Fat

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups water 1/2 cup onions, cut into 1-inch pieces (or pearl onions) 1/2 cup carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces (or baby carrots) 1/2 cup turnips, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/2 cup new potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces 2 teaspoons sugar 1 teaspoon olive oil

Directions

In a saucepan, add the water, onions, carrots, turnips and potatoes. Simmer uncovered over medium heat until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and sprinkle with sugar and olive oil. Turn up the heat and continue to cook, shaking the pan until the vegetables are glazed and slightly golden. Transfer to a serving dish and serve immediately.

Nutritional analysis per serving

Serving size 1 2 cup

Calories 57Total fat 1 gSaturated fat TraceTrans fat 0 gMonounsaturated fat 0.8 gCholesterol 0 mgSodium 24 mgTotal carbohydrate 10 gDietary fiber 1 gAdded sugars 2 gProtein 2 g

Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid Servings

Vegetables 2

Diabetes Meal Plan Choices

Nonstarchy vegetables 2

DASH Eating Plan Servings

Vegetables 2 DASH diet: Recommended servings Sample DASH menus ShareTweet April 19, 2016

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