Minted Carrots with Pineapple

Brighten up your table with these Minted Carrots with Pineapple, a vibrant and refreshing side dish that balances the natural sweetness of carrots and pineapple with a hint of zesty lemon and floral honey. Perfectly tender carrots are tossed in a buttery glaze and paired with juicy pineapple chunks for a tropical twist, while a sprinkle of fresh mint adds a burst of herbal freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and versatile dish can be served warm as a comforting side or chilled for a light, fruity salad. Whether you're enhancing your weeknight meal or impressing guests at your next gathering, this recipe is a delightful way to add color, flavor, and sophistication to your menu.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams carrots
• 200 grams pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
• 10 grams fresh mint leaves
• 30 grams butter
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon pepper
• 500 milliliters water

Directions

Step 1

Peel and slice the carrots into thin rounds or sticks approximately 1/4-inch thick.

Step 2

Bring 500 milliliters of water to a boil in a medium-sized saucepan. Add a pinch of salt and the sliced carrots.

Step 3

Boil the carrots for 6-8 minutes until they are tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside.

Step 4

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the honey and lemon juice, stirring until combined.

Step 5

Add the boiled carrots to the skillet and toss to coat them in the buttery sauce.

Step 6

Gently stir in the pineapple chunks and continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Step 7

Season the dish with salt and pepper to taste. Remove the skillet from heat.

Step 8

Finely chop the fresh mint leaves and sprinkle them over the carrots and pineapple just before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish or chilled for a refreshing salad option.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1286.4 grams (1286.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	601

Total Fat 26.20g	34%
Saturated Fat 13.80g	69%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 71mg	24%
Sodium 1702mg	74%
Total Carbohydrate 94.00g	34%
Dietary Fiber 17.60g	63%
Total Sugars 61.70g
Protein 6.70g	13%

Vitamin D 5IU	24%
Calcium 259mg	20%
Iron 3mg	17%
Potassium 1915mg	41%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.9%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 58.9%