Best 19 Carrot Purée Recipes

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Carrot purée is a simple yet versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it can be used as a side dish, a main course, or even a dessert. Carrot purée is also a great way to sneak vegetables into your kids' diets. With its naturally sweet flavor, carrot purée is a delicious and nutritious option for everyone.

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CARROT PUREE



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All it takes is a sprinkling of salt and pepper to enhance the earthy flavors of the carrots in this simple side dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 pounds carrots, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick pieces
1 teaspoon coarse salt
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place carrots in a medium saucepan, and cover with water.Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer until carrots aretender, about 20 minutes. Drain, reserving cooking liquid.
  • Puree carrots in a blender or with a potato masher, addingcooking liquid as needed, until thinned but still chunky. Stirin salt, and season with pepper.

CARROT PUREE



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Carrots pair beautifully with anything from roasted meat to grilled fish. Cook the carrots fully to ensure a velvety smooth puree. -Gina Myers, Spokane, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds carrots, peeled and chopped
2 shallots, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add carrots and shallots; cook and stir 12-15 minutes or until carrots are crisp-tender. Stir in garlic and thyme; cook 1 minute longer. Add water to cover carrots; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 20-25 minutes or until carrots are very tender., Drain; cool slightly. Place carrot mixture, salt and pepper in a food processor; process until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 455mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CARROT AND PARSNIP PUREE



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Parsnips and carrots make a good companion to a main dish of pork chops.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
4 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 bunch carrots, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice
1/2 small onion, coarsely chopped
1 clove garlic, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup low-sodium canned or homemade chicken stock
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
6 chives

Steps:

  • Blend butter and olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the remaining ingredients, except the chives, and 1/2 cup water; cook, covered, until vegetables are tender, about 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Transfer vegetables to a food processor or blender, and puree. Spoon into a serving dish, garnish with chives, and serve immediately with Braised Pork Chops with Cabbage.

FIVE-SPICE SHORT RIBS WITH CARROT-PARSNIP PURéE



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Pretty much everyone loves a tender, beefy plate of short ribs. We made them even more irresistible with subtle five-spice powder and a bright root-vegetable mash.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     Soup/Stew     Onion     Kid-Friendly     Dinner     Beef Rib     Carrot     Parsnip     Fall     Winter     Healthy     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Small Plates

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 20

4 pounds English cut beef short ribs (about twelve 3-inch pieces)
2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided, plus more for boiling
1 1/4 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
4 medium carrots, divided (about 3/4 pound)
4 medium parsnips, divided (about 3/4 pound)
1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon high-heat vegetable oil, such as grapeseed
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 1/2 tablespoons Chinese five-spice powder
1 750-ml bottle dry red wine
4 cups low-sodium beef broth
1 small onion, cut into wedges
5 garlic cloves, peeled
1/4 cup cilantro leaves, stems reserved
2 dried bay leaves
1/2 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Special Equipment:
a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot with lid

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Season ribs with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1 1/4 teaspoons pepper and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Rinse one carrot and one parsnip and cut into thirds (no need to peel); reserve.
  • In a large bowl, toss short ribs with flour until evenly coated. In a large Dutch oven or other oven-safe pot over medium-high heat, heat oil. When oil is hot, add 3 or 4 short ribs and sear on all sides until browned, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and continue working in batches to sear remaining short ribs. Pour out all but 1 tablespoon oil from Dutch oven and reduce heat to medium. Add tomato paste and five-spice powder and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 1 minute. Add wine to pot, scraping up brown bits with a wooden spoon. Bring cooking liquid to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook until liquid is reduced, about 10 minutes.
  • Add reserved carrot and parsnip chunks, broth, onion, garlic, reserved cilantro stems, bay leaves, and seared short ribs. Nestle the short ribs in the cooking liquid to cover. Bring the liquid to a simmer on the stovetop, then cover and transfer to the oven to braise for 2 hours. Uncover pot and continue to braise in the oven until beef is very tender and falling off the bone, 30 to 60 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, set a large pot of salted water to boil. Peel and roughly chop remaining carrots and parsnips. Add cook carrots and parsnips to boiling water and cook until tender when pierced with a knife, about 15 minutes. Drain vegetables and return them to the pot. Add milk, butter, remaining 1 teaspoon salt, and nutmeg. Use an immersion blender, potato masher or a fork to blend or mash to desired consistency (it can be as smooth or chunky as you like). Taste and adjust seasoning. Place a lid on the pot and reserve until ready to serve.
  • When short ribs are done, transfer them from cooking liquid to a plate. Set a strainer over a large bowl, and strain cooking liquid. Discard solids and pour strained cooking liquid back into Dutch oven. Set pot over medium-high heat and simmer until liquid is reduced by half and coats the back of a spoon, about 10 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning. Gently reheat carrot-parsnip purée.
  • Serve short ribs over carrot-parsnip purée, topped with its sauce and a sprinkling of cilantro.

CARROT AND POTATO PURéE



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Categories     Milk/Cream     Food Processor     Potato     Vegetable     Side     Quick & Easy     Carrot     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 lb carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 1/2 lb large Yukon Gold potatoes
1/2 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
Special Equipment
a potato ricer or a food mill fitted with medium disk

Steps:

  • Cook carrots in a 6-quart pot of boiling salted water , uncovered, until very tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • While carrots are boiling, peel potatoes and cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Transfer cooked carrots with a slotted spoon to a food processor. Add potatoes to boiling water and cook, uncovered, until tender, about 10 minutes, then drain in a colander.
  • While potatoes are cooking, purée carrots in food processor with 1/4 cup cream until smooth, about 2 minutes.
  • Heat butter and remaining 1/4 cup cream in pot over moderate heat, stirring, until butter is melted, then force potatoes through ricer into pot. Add carrot purée, sea salt, and pepper to taste and stir until combined well.

CARROT PARSNIP PUREE



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The home economists in our Test Kitchen came up with this good-tasting, good-for-you side dish that's a nice change from mashed potatoes. The natural sweetness of the parsnips and carrots is complemented by hint of ground nutmeg. Don't want to drag out your food processor? Mash the cooked vegetables with a potato masher instead.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups sliced fresh carrots
2 cups sliced peeled parsnips
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place 2 in. water in a large saucepan; add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Add parsnips; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Drain. , Place the vegetables in a food processor; add butter, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 171mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND CARROT PURéE WITH MAPLE SYRUP



Butternut Squash and Carrot Purée with Maple Syrup image

Categories     Sauté     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Orange     Carrot     Butternut Squash     Fall     Maple Syrup     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
1 onion, chopped
3 carrots, peeled, thinly sliced
1 3 1/2-pound butternut squash, peeled, seeded, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup fresh orange juice
3 tablespoons pure maple syrup

Steps:

  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in large pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until just tender, about 8 minutes. Stir in 1 tablespoon butter. Add carrots and sauté until coated with butter, about 1 minute. Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Add squash and sauté until beginning to soften, about 8 minutes. Pour orange juice over vegetables. Cover and simmer until vegetables are soft, about 25 minutes. Uncover and simmer until all liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes. Stir in maple syrup. Cool slightly. Working in batches, puree mixture in processor until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to serving bowl. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Stir over medium heat to rewarm.)

CARROT AND PARSNIP PUREE



Carrot and Parsnip Puree image

Replaces mashed potatoes.

Provided by Chris Denzer

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Carrots

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon butter, or to taste
1 pound carrots, peeled and finely chopped
⅔ pound parsnips, peeled and chopped
½ onion, chopped
½ cup water
½ cup chicken stock
2 green onions, thinly sliced
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir carrots, parsnips, onion, water, chicken stock, and green onion with the butter; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, place a cover on the saucepan, and cook until the vegetables are very tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Blend the vegetable mixture in the saucepan with an immersion blender; season with salt and pepper. Add more butter, to your taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Cholesterol 8.1 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 7.6 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 162.4 mg, Sugar 10.5 g

PARSNIPS AND CARROT PUREE



Parsnips and Carrot Puree image

Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     side dish

Time 15m

Yield 10 - 14 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
2 1/2 pounds parsnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1/2 cup cream
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg, or to taste

Steps:

  • Cover carrots with lightly salted water in deep saucepan and bring to boil. Simmer about 3 minutes, then add parsnips. Simmer for 5 minutes more, or until both are cooked but not too soft.
  • Meanwhile, combine cream and milk in saucepan and heat to warm. Reserve.
  • Transfer carrots and parsnips to a food mill and mash to a smooth consistency. Return mixture to the saucepan and add butter, salt, pepper, nutmeg and cream-milk mixture. Combine well over medium-low heat. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 161, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 449 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams

POTATO AND CARROT PUREE



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This puree is excellent, especially if served immediately after it is prepared. Although we could have used a food mill, we pureed the vegetables in a food processor. If you puree potato only in this manner it will get ''cordy'' but, with the addition of the vegetable cooking liquid and the carrots, the mixture takes on a creamy though slightly chunky consistency, with pieces of potato and carrot still visible throughout.

Provided by Jacques Pepin

Categories     dinner, side dish

Time 40m

Yield Six servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds boiling potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes and carrots in a saucepan and cover with cool water. Bring to a boil and boil gently for 30 minutes, until tender.
  • Using a skimmer, remove the potatoes and carrots and place in the bowl of a food processor with one cup of the cooking liquid. Add the cream, butter, salt and pepper and process for 20 to 30 seconds, until creamy but still slightly chunky.
  • Serve as soon as possible, mounding the puree next to the sliced roast on each serving plate and spooning juice from the roast over it for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 216, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 562 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CARROT CELERY ROOT PUREE



Carrot Celery Root Puree image

Provided by Claire Robinson

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 large shallots, peeled and chopped
3 extra-large or 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
2 celery roots, 1 pound each, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
2 cups good quality vegetable stock

Steps:

  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a Dutch oven or large saucepan with a lid over medium heat. Add the shallots and cook until just beginning to turn golden about 5 minutes. Add the carrots and celery root and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in the stock, and enough water to just cover the vegetables. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook until vegetables are fork tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Drain the vegetables in a colander set over a bowl to reserve the cooking liquid. Transfer the vegetables to a food processor and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Puree until very smooth, adding cooking liquid, as needed, to reach the desired consistency. Taste and season again, if necessary. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve warm.
  • Cook's Note: This can be made the day before and slowly reheated.

ROASTED SQUASH AND CARROT PUREE (FAT FREE)



Roasted Squash and Carrot Puree (Fat Free) image

My brother and I have a game each holiday where he tries to figure out which dishes prepared for our Thanksgiving table are lowfat and which are "real food." Let's see if he gets this one right. LOL. Using apple butter in this combination brings what looks like a flavorful side to the table in three simple ingredients and the dish can be prepared the day before and easily reheated. Directions are long, but it is really easy.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Apple

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 1/2 lbs acorn squash or 4 1/2 lbs butternut squash, about 2-3 large gourds
2 1/2 lbs carrots
1/2 cup apple butter, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Prepare roasting pan or baking sheet with a lip with a good dose of cooking spray. Lining the pan with foil is a good time saving option here.
  • Prepare the vegetables by cutting both into 1 inch pieces. Even sizes assures even cooking and will be worth the effort.
  • With the squash, use a large chef's knife to cut the squash in half lengthwise, the scoop out the seeds. Use the knife to peel the squash. (Trimming a small amount from the bottom helps the veggie sit on the board.).
  • Peel carrots and cut into 1-inch chunks.
  • Mix squash and carrots with 5 tablespoons apple butter, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Place mixture on baking pan, sprinkle with 3 tablespoons water and cover with foil. Bake for 1 hour.
  • Remove foil. Add 1/2 cup water and bake for 20 minutes more.
  • Transfer vegetables to food processor and process until very smooth. This should be done in batches.
  • Transfer to medium saucepan. Add remaining 3 tablespoons apple butter and salt and pepper to taste. Reheat gently before serving.
  • (This dish can also be made early in the day and reheated.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.3, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 169.2, Carbohydrate 31.9, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 8.4, Protein 2.3

CREAMY CARROT PUREE



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This recipe is from Canadian Living magazine. I served it as part of Christmas dinner this year and it was delicious and colourful!

Provided by Paja9203

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 lbs carrots
4 cloves garlic
1 cup chicken stock
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Peel carrots and cut into coins.
  • Put the carrots, garlic, stock, salt, pepper, and ginger in a pan and bring to the boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer until the carrots are tender, 25-30 minutes.
  • Uncover and simmer until the liquid is evaportated, about 10 minutes more.
  • Puree in a food processor.
  • Add the cream and process until smooth.
  • Transfer to a casserole dish.
  • (You can refrigerate at the this point if you want to make ahead.).
  • Cover and heat at 400 degrees until hot (about 15 minutes but longer if it has been refrigerated.).
  • Alternately, microwave at medium power until hot.
  • Swirl in parsley and serve.

SWEET POTATO AND CARROT PUREE



SWEET POTATO AND CARROT PUREE image

Categories     Vegetable

Yield 6 portions

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lb sweet potatoes,
1 lb carrots
2 1/2 c water
1 tb sugar
12 tb butter
1/2 creme fraiche
1/2 tsp nutmeg
dash cayenne pepper(optional)

Steps:

  • Scrub potatoes and cut a small, deep slit in the top of each. Set on the center rack of a a preheated 375 F. oven and bake for about 1 hour, or until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. Meanwhile, peel and trim carrots and cut them into 1-inch lengths. Put them in a saucepan and add the water, sugar, 2 T of the butter, and salt and pepper to taste. Set over medium heat, bring to a boil, and cook uncovered until water has evaporated and carrots begin to sizzle in the butter, about 30 minutes. The carrots should be tender. If not, add a little additional water and cook until carrots are done and all loquid has evaporated. Scrape out the flesh of sweet potatoes and combine with carrots in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade. Add remaining butter and the creme fraiche and process until very smooth. Add nutmeg, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Add cayenne, if desired, and process briefly to blend. To reheat, bring to room temperature in an ovenproof serving dish and cover with foil. Heat in a preheated 350 F oven for about 30 - 40 minutes, or until steaming hot. If topping with marshmellows, broil for 5 min.

CARROT AND HARISSA PUREE



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From "Made in Morocco" - this is so great, you can serve it cold as a dip or (as I prefer) hot as a veggie side dish. Easy and very delicious!

Provided by currybunny

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 large carrots, peeled and roughly chopped (700gm)
2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
1/3 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon harissa
sea salt
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cook carrots in boiling salted water until tender. Drain well and while still warm process with garlic in a food processor, adding oil to work into a smooth and creamy paste.
  • Add harissa and process to blend. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.4, Fat 36.3, SaturatedFat 5, Sodium 100.6, Carbohydrate 14.8, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 6.6, Protein 1.5

PARSNIP AND CARROT PUREE



Parsnip and Carrot Puree image

Tender parsnips and carrots are pureed with butter and chives for a splendid accompaniment to roasted meats.

Provided by Always Cooking Up Something

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Carrots

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 parsnips, peeled and cut into 2 inch pieces
2 carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
¼ cup snipped chives
6 tablespoons butter, divided
sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the parsnips and carrots into a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain; return vegetables to pot. Turn heat to low, stir in the chives and 3 tablespoons of butter.
  • Begin to puree mixture using an immersion blender. Add 3 tablespoons of butter and continue to puree until mixture is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.3 calories, Carbohydrate 2.7 g, Cholesterol 45.8 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 220.5 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

CARROT CELERY ROOT PUREE



CARROT CELERY ROOT PUREE image

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 large shallots, peeled and chopped
3 extra-large or 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
2 celery roots, 1 pound each, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
2 cups good quality vegetable stock

Steps:

  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a Dutch oven or large saucepan with a lid over medium heat. Add the shallots and cook until just beginning to turn golden about 5 minutes. Add the carrots and celery root and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in the stock, and enough water to just cover the vegetables. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook until vegetables are fork tender, about 30 minutes. Drain the vegetables in a colander set over a bowl to reserve the cooking liquid. Transfer the vegetables to a food processor and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Puree until very smooth, adding cooking liquid, as needed, to reach the desired consistency. Taste and season again, if necessary. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve warm.

CARROT PURéE



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You can serve the carrot purée on its own on croutons or pita triangles, or as a dip with crudités. You can also accompany it with garlicky yogurt seasoned with mint, as it would be served in Greece or Turkey.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 pounds carrots, peeled and sliced
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds, lightly toasted and ground
3/4 teaspoon caraway seeds, ground
1/2 teaspoon Aleppo pepper or mild chili powder
Salt to taste
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (to taste)
Salt to taste
1/2 cup thick Greek style plain low-fat yogurt or drained plain low-fat yogurt
1 to 3 garlic cloves, mashed to a puree with salt to taste in a mortar and pestle
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon finely chopped mint

Steps:

  • Steam the carrots above 1 inch of boiling water for 15 minutes or until soft. Remove from the heat and transfer to a food processor fitted with a steel blade.
  • Pulse the carrots in the food processor and scrape down the sides of the bowl. Turn on the food processor and while the machine is running pour in the olive oil and lemon juice. Process until the carrots are pureed. Stop the machine and scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula. Add the cumin seeds, caraway seeds, Aleppo pepper or chili powder, and salt to taste and process until incorporated. Taste and adjust seasonings. Transfer to a serving bowl or platter.
  • If using the seasoned yogurt, combine all of the ingredients and mix together well. Make a well in the middle of the carrots and spoon in the yogurt.
  • Serve the carrot puree with pita triangles, croutons, or crudités.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 216, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 528 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams

SPICY CARROT PURéE



Spicy Carrot Purée image

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     easy, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into large pieces
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, more to taste
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
4 teaspoons harissa (available at Middle Eastern and specialty markets)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Boil carrots until very tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and return to pan, tossing over medium heat until dry. Coarsely mash with potato masher or fork.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients and set aside for 30 minutes to let flavors blend. Season, transfer to bowl, drizzle with more olive oil and serve with crusty bread, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 112, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 243 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

Tips:

  • Choose sweet and tender carrots: Look for carrots that are deep orange in color and have smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid carrots that are thick and woody, as they will be less flavorful.
  • Peel the carrots before cooking: Peeling the carrots will help to remove any dirt or debris and will also help the carrots to cook more evenly.
  • Cut the carrots into uniform pieces: This will help the carrots to cook evenly and will also make them easier to eat.
  • Cook the carrots in a small amount of water: This will help to concentrate the flavor of the carrots and will also prevent them from becoming mushy.
  • Season the carrots with salt and pepper: This will help to enhance the natural flavor of the carrots.
  • Add other vegetables or herbs to the carrots while cooking: This will help to add flavor and complexity to the dish.
  • Serve the carrots hot or cold: Carrot puree can be served as a side dish, a dip, or a spread. It is also a great addition to soups, stews, and casseroles.

Conclusion:

Carrot puree is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and is also a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. With so many different ways to prepare it, there is sure to be a carrot puree recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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