Best 8 Apple Carrot Onion Side Dish Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our delightful Apple Carrot Onion Side Dish, a symphony of flavors that will elevate any meal. This versatile dish showcases the perfect balance between sweet, savory, and tangy notes, making it an ideal accompaniment to a variety of main courses. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation, you'll have a delectable side dish that will leave your taste buds dancing. Whether you're hosting a special occasion dinner or seeking a quick and easy weeknight meal, this recipe is sure to impress. Additionally, we've included variations to cater to different dietary preferences, ensuring everyone can enjoy this culinary delight. So gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's dive into the world of flavors!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BUTTERY CARROTS 'N' ONIONS



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My mother served this attractive side dish for all her special dinners, so I've been eating carrots this way since I was a child. Even my dinner guests who aren't too fond of carrots ask for this recipe. The added sweetness from the honey is a pleasant surprise. -Joanie Elbourn, Gardner, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1-1/4 cups water, divided
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
3 medium onions, sliced and separated into rings
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon sugar
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine carrots, 1/2 cup water and bouillon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 5 minutes or until carrots are crisp-tender. Drain, reserving cooking liquid. Set carrots aside and keep warm., In a large skillet, saute onions in butter for 8-10 minutes or until tender. Add flour; stir until blended. Stir in the salt, honey, sugar, pepper and reserved cooking liquid and remaining water; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Stir in carrots; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 361mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

APPLE-BROWN SUGAR GLAZED CARROTS



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Carrots seem so simple, but this recipe is something special. Sweet and buttery, this was a favorite my mother always used to serve at holiday time. -Darlis Wilfer, West Bend, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 3h25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts, toasted, optional

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine carrots and apple juice. Cook, covered, on high until carrots are tender, 3-4 hours., Remove carrots from slow cooker; discard juices. Return carrots to slow cooker. Stir in brown sugar, butter and salt. Cook, covered, on high until carrots are glazed, 15-20 minutes longer. If desired, sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 404mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CARROT-APPLE SIDE DISH



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Whenever this dish makes an appearance at a family gathering or church potluck, folks always comment on the interesting combination of carrots and apple. Then they ask for the recipe!-Martina Knowles, Grand Forks, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 cups diced carrots (about 6 medium)
2 cups water
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup diced peeled apple
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, cook carrots in water until crisp-tender; drain. Add butter, brown sugar, lemon juice and cinnamon; mix well. Stir in apple. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Combine cornstarch and cold water; stir into carrot mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Simmer, uncovered, until glazed, 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 51mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

APPLE CARROT ONION SIDE DISH



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Make and share this Apple Carrot Onion Side Dish recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Poof8663

Categories     Apple

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 -2 tablespoon butter or 1 -2 tablespoon margarine
3 medium carrots, thin strips
1 medium onion, cut into thin strips
3 medium apples, with skin, cored cut into thin strips (red)
2 tablespoons water
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Put butter and nutmeg into a wok or large skillet medium heat.
  • Add onion; saute for 2 to 3 minutes or until transparent.
  • Add vegetables and apples to the wok or skillet.
  • Carefully add water.
  • Cover and cook over low-medium heat for 10 - 15 minutes or until apples are tender.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.9, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 54, Carbohydrate 21.5, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 14, Protein 1

CARAMELIZED ONIONS WITH APPLES AND CARROTS



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From the Baby Let's Eat cookbook. Under the 6-12 months category, adults will love too (just not pureed!)

Provided by WI Cheesehead

Categories     Apple

Time 45m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 teaspoon canola oil
1 medium onion, peeled and thinly sliced
1 apple, peeled, cored and thinly sliced
2 carrots, peeled, trimmed and thinly sliced
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Place the oil and onions in a medium skillet. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, over medium-low heat until brown, 15 minutes.
  • Add the apples carrots, and water. Cover and continue to cook slowly until the carrots are tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Puree some of the onion mixture in a blender or food processor for the baby and serve the rest as is to your family. Makes 2 cups.

SAVORY CARROT & APPLE CASSEROLE



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If you are looking for a different kind of side dish, this combination of vegetables and fruit is tasty with a pork or beef roast on special occasions.

Provided by annconnolly

Categories     Apple

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb carrot, peeled, cut into sticks
2 large white onions, thinly sliced into rings
5 tablespoons butter (or margarine)
3 large apples, cored, thinly sliced into rings
1 teaspoon thyme (optional)
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Steam carrots in boiling salted water until tender-crisp. Set aside.
  • Cook onions until golden in 2 tablespoons of the butter.
  • In buttered baking dish, layer carrots, onions and apples. Sprinkle with thyme. Drizzle with lemon juice. Melt remaining butter. Mix in bread crumbs. Sprinkle over vegetable mixture.
  • Bake at 300 degrees for 15 minutes or until vegetables are heated through and crumbs are golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.8, Fat 16.6, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 38.5, Sodium 712.4, Carbohydrate 62.3, Fiber 9.6, Sugar 27, Protein 6.6

SAUTEED APPLE, CARROT, AND ONION SLAW WITH PECANS



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Categories     Salad     Onion     Sauté     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Apple     Pecan     Carrot     Spring     Gourmet

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons chopped pecans
1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 Granny Smith apple
1 carrot
1/2 red onion, sliced thin lengthwise
2 tablespoons water
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • In a 10- to 12-inch non-stick skillet sauté pecans in butter over moderately high heat, stirring, until golden and transfer with a slotted spoon to a small dish. Using the julienne blade of a hand-held slicing device or food processor cut apple, cored, and carrot into 1/8-inch julienne strips and add with onion to skillet. In the skillet sauté mixture over moderately high heat, stirring, 1 minute and stir in water, sugar, salt, and pepper to taste. Simmer slaw, covered, until carrot is just tender, 1 to 2 minutes.

APPLE ONION SAUTE



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This tasty combination of brown sugar, apple and onion is a comforting side. My husband requests it whenever we have pork chops or pork roast. -Katie Crill, Priest River, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 medium onions, sliced
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter
2 large tart apples, peeled and sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, cook onions and brown sugar in butter over medium-low heat for 8-10 minutes or until onions are tender. Stir in the apples, salt and pepper; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until apples are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 209mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right apples: For this recipe, it's best to use a firm apple variety that holds its shape well when cooked, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the side dish will taste. Look for crisp apples, firm carrots, and sweet onions.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables: The vegetables should be cooked until they are tender but still have a slight crispness to them. Overcooked vegetables will be mushy and bland.
  • Season to taste: The amount of salt and pepper you add will depend on your personal preference. Taste the side dish before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Serve immediately: This side dish is best served immediately after it is cooked. The vegetables will start to lose their flavor and texture if they are allowed to sit for too long.

Conclusion:

This apple, carrot, and onion side dish is a delicious and healthy way to round out any meal. It's easy to make, and it's packed with flavor. The sweetness of the apples and carrots pairs perfectly with the savory flavor of the onions. This side dish is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious side dish, give this apple, carrot, and onion recipe a try.

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