Best 4 Carrot Apple Side Dish Recipes

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Elevate your meals with a medley of tantalizing carrot and apple side dishes, bursting with flavors that will delight your taste buds. From the classic glazed carrots and apples to the savory roasted carrots with a touch of cinnamon, these recipes are not only delicious but also visually stunning. Discover the perfect accompaniment to your main course, whether it's a hearty roast or a light and refreshing salad. Get ready to impress your family and friends with these culinary creations that showcase the vibrant flavors of carrot and apple.

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

MAPLE-GLAZED CARROTS AND APPLES



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You need only five ingredients to create this yummy, cardamom-scented side dish.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 medium carrots, sliced (1 cup)
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 medium apple, cut into thin wedges
2 tablespoons maple-flavored syrup
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom

Steps:

  • Heat 1 inch water (salted if desired) to boiling in 1-quart saucepan. Add carrots. Cover and heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer 12 to 15 minutes or until tender; drain.
  • Heat butter in 6-inch skillet over medium heat until hot. Cook apple wedges in butter 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in syrup and cardamom. Cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until apples are evenly glazed. Stir into carrots.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 135 mg

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

CARROT APPLE CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Carrot Apple Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JANIC412

Categories     Apple

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 carrots, pared and cut into about 1/2 inch rounds
2 -3 apples, peeled and sliced into fairly thick wedges
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup orange juice

Steps:

  • Cook carrots in boiling water until barely tender.
  • Do not overcook them because they are going into the oven.
  • Drain and mix the carrots and apples in a baking dish that has been lightly buttered.
  • Combine sugar, cornstarch and cinnamon, sprinkle over the carrot and apple mixture. Dot with the butter.
  • Pour the orange juice over all and bake 350: for about an hour.
  • This dish can be expanded very easily.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.7, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 91.4, Carbohydrate 49.5, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 40.9, Protein 1

SHREDDED APPLE CARROT SALAD



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This shredded carrot and apple salad is a delightful addition to your summer lunch.

Provided by Alli Shircliff

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Carrot Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 cups shredded carrots
1 Granny Smith apple, cored and shredded
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
¼ cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons safflower oil

Steps:

  • Heat a skillet over medium heat; pour sesame seeds into the hot skillet. Cook, stirring often, until sesame seeds are lightly browned and fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Mix carrots, apple, toasted sesame seeds, and parsley together in a bowl.
  • Whisk lemon juice, vinegar, sugar, garlic, salt, and pepper together in a separate bowl; slowly drizzle safflower oil into lemon juice mixture while continuing to whisk. Pour dressing over carrot mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 416.8 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

Tips

  • For a sweeter side dish, use sweeter apples such as Honeycrisp or Fuji. For a tarter side dish, use tarter apples such as Granny Smith or Braeburn.
  • If you don't have fresh thyme, you can use 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme.
  • Be careful not to overcook the carrots. They should be tender but still have a slight crunch.
  • This dish can be served warm or cold. It's also a great make-ahead dish. Simply reheat it before serving.
  • For a vegan version of this dish, omit the butter.

Conclusion

Carrot apple side dish is a healthy and delicious side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. It's easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time. This dish is also a great way to use up leftover carrots and apples. The combination of sweet apples and savory carrots is a perfect balance of flavors. The thyme adds a touch of herbaciousness that rounds out the dish. This side dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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