Sugar-Free Classic Tzimmes

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Jezreel Valley (kibbutz country), Israel

📍 Where this dish comes from: Jezreel Valley (kibbutz country), Israel
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Sugar-Free Classic Tzimmes, plated and ready to serve

Tzimmes is built entirely around sweetness, meant to carry the hope for a good year ahead that runs through so much of the Rosh Hashanah table. This version keeps that same glossy, honeyed character without any added sugar.

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Ingredients for Sugar-Free Classic Tzimmes

Sugar-Free Classic Tzimmes

Sweet-glazed carrots and butternut squash simmered until tender, a Rosh Hashanah table fixture.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Jewish
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 180kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb carrots sliced
  • 1 small butternut squash peeled and cubed
  • 3 tbsp butter or olive oil
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar substitute
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 cup dried apricots chopped

Instructions

  • Melt butter or heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add carrots and squash, stirring to coat.
  • Pour in broth, sugar substitute, cinnamon, and ginger.
  • Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook 25–30 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in dried apricots and simmer, uncovered, 5–10 more minutes, until the liquid reduces to a glaze.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 180kcal | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Fiber: 4g
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Health Benefits

  • Carrots and squash both provide fiber and vitamin A.
  • A naturally pareve dish that pairs with either a meat or dairy holiday meal.
  • Dried apricots contribute natural sweetness and additional fiber.
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