Best 5 Sweet Onion Carrot Medley Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

When you're looking for a delightful side dish that is both flavorful and nutritious, you can't go wrong with a sweet onion carrot medley. This classic combination of vegetables is not only easy to prepare, but it also offers a medley of flavors and textures that will complement any main course. Whether you're serving it as a side dish for a weeknight dinner or preparing it for a special occasion, a sweet onion carrot medley is sure to be a hit.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET ONION & CARROT MEDLEY



Sweet Onion & Carrot Medley image

Carrots, onion and peas, oh my! Tender veggies are tossed in a tasty honey-garlic mixture. Keep in mind that olive oil pours quickly, so it's a good idea to measure it-even an extra teaspoon adds 40 calories and 4.5 g fat. -Fran Scott, Birmingham, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups fresh baby carrots
1/2 pound fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed
1 large sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced
4 teaspoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced chives
2 teaspoons honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place 1 in. of water in a large skillet; add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in peas; cover and cook 3 minutes longer. Drain; remove from pan and set aside., In the same skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the chives, honey, salt, pepper and vegetables; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SAUTEED BABY CARROT MEDLEY



Sauteed Baby Carrot Medley image

Convenient baby-cut carrots star in this colorful, quick-to-fix side dish from Lisa McNeece of Bakersfield, California. Lisa's on staff at Grimmway Farms, top grower and processor of baby-cut carrots.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups fresh baby carrots
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small yellow summer squash, thinly sliced
1 small sweet red pepper, julienned
1-1/2 cups fresh sugar snap peas
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil), finely chopped
1 tablespoon capers, drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute carrots in oil for 1 minute. Add squash; saute 1 minute longer. Stir in the red pepper, peas and garlic; saute 1 minute more. , Add water. Reduce heat to medium. Cook and stir until liquid is evaporated and vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir in the tomatoes, capers, salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

ROASTED VEGETABLE MEDLEY



Roasted Vegetable Medley image

This colorful dish has the perfect blend of sweet and savory. It is simple to prepare and can be served as a side dish, salad, or light meal. Feel free to substitute whatever veggies and herbs you have on hand.

Provided by Lorelei

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 large yam, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 large parsnip, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 cup baby carrots
1 zucchini, cut into 1 inch slices
1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
½ cup roasted red peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease 2 baking sheets with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Place the yams, parsnips, and carrots onto the baking sheets. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, then add the zucchini and asparagus, and drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Continue baking until all of the vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes more. Once tender, remove from the oven, and allow to cool for 30 minutes on the baking sheet.
  • Toss the roasted peppers together with the garlic, basil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until combined. Add the roasted vegetables, and toss to mix. Serve at room temperature or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.6 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 256.5 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

VEGETABLE MEDLEY



Vegetable Medley image

A vegetable medley that is soooo good!

Provided by UPPERAIRS

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 2h10m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup olive oil
2 large sweet potatoes, sliced
4 red potatoes, cubed
1 large onion, sliced into rings
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 green bell peppers, sliced
2 red bell peppers, sliced
2 carrots, shredded
¼ cup Italian-style seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Coat the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish with oil. Spread sweet potatoes on the bottom, then top with red potatoes, onion, garlic, green bell peppers, red bell peppers and carrots. Sprinkle seasoning generously over all and cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F 1 1/2 hours or until potatoes are cooked through and tender; remove foil cover and stir.
  • Change oven temperature to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) and bake mixture in oven for another 1/2 hour, or until browned on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.9 calories, Carbohydrate 50.2 g, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 48.5 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

MEDLEY OF ROOT VEGETABLES WITH CIPOLINE ONIONS AND HERBS



Medley of Root Vegetables with Cipoline Onions and Herbs image

Categories     Onion     Roast     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Rosemary     Beet     Carrot     Parsnip     Turnip     Fall     Thyme     Rutabaga     Christmas Eve     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Nonstick vegetable oil spray
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
12 unpeeled baby beets (each about 1 inch in diameter), trimmed
1 pound turnips (about 4), peeled, each cut into 6 wedges
1 3/4 pounds rutabagas (about 4), peeled, each cut into 10 wedges
2 pounds carrots, peeled, halved lengthwise, cut into 2-inch lengths (about 4 1/2 cups)
2 1/2 pounds parsnips, peeled, halved lengthwise, cut into 2-inch lengths (about 5 cups)
8 ounces cipolline onions* or boiling onions, peeled
1/3 cup canned low-salt chicken broth
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Spray large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray. Mix thyme and next 3 ingredients in large bowl. Transfer half of herb mixture to small bowl; set aside. Add oil to herb mixture in large bowl. Transfer 1 1/2 tablespoons herb-oil mixture to medium bowl; add beets and toss to coat. Add remaining vegetables to herb-oil mixture in large bowl; toss to coat. Transfer vegetables and beets to prepared baking sheet, placing beets in 1 corner to avoid coloring other vegetables. Sprinkle vegetables with salt and pepper. Roast until brown and tender, stirring once, about 40 minutes.
  • Mix broth and balsamic vinegar into reserved herb mixture in small bowl. Pour over roasted vegetables. Roast until liquid evaporates and vegetables are slightly glazed, about 5 minutes. Serve hot or at room temperature.
  • *Available at specialty foods stores and some supermarkets.

Tips:

  • Choose the right onions: Sweet onions are best for this recipe, as they have a milder flavor that won't overpower the other ingredients.
  • Cut the onions and carrots evenly: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: If you crowd the pan, the vegetables will steam instead of sauté.
  • Cook the vegetables over medium-high heat: This will help them caramelize and develop a nice flavor.
  • Season the vegetables with salt and pepper: This will help bring out their flavor.
  • Add the honey or maple syrup towards the end of cooking: This will help prevent it from burning.
  • Serve the vegetables warm: They can be served as a side dish or used as a topping for burgers, sandwiches, or salads.

Conclusion:

This sweet onion and carrot medley is a simple but flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or used as a topping for burgers, sandwiches, or salads. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

Related Topics