North African Spiced Carrots

Preparation

1. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, paprika, cumin and coriander; cook, stirring, until fragrant but not browned, about 20 seconds. Add carrots, water, lemon juice and salt; bring to a simmer.
2. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook until almost tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Uncover and simmer, stirring often, until the carrots are just tender and the liquid is syrupy, 2 to 4 minutes. Stir in parsley. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Tips

Per serving: 51 calories; 3 g fat (0 g saturated fat, 2 g mono unsaturated fat); 0 mg cholesterol; 7 g carbohydrates; 1 g protein; 2 g fiber; 86 mg sodium; 186 mg potassium

Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin A (210% daily value), Vitamin C (15% dv).

Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat (mono)

Contributed by: EatingWell.com

The trinity of North African seasonings, cumin, coriander and paprika, lends exotic appeal to this simple carrot preparation.