Best 12 How To Cook Carrots Recipes

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Carrots, a versatile and nutritious root vegetable, hold a prominent place in diverse culinary traditions worldwide. With their naturally sweet flavor and vibrant color, carrots offer endless possibilities for creating delectable dishes. Whether you prefer them roasted, sautéed, braised, or incorporated into soups, stews, and salads, the options are boundless. As you embark on this culinary journey, let us guide you through the art of cooking carrots, exploring various techniques and recipes to transform this humble vegetable into a culinary masterpiece.

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

BUTTERY COOKED CARROTS



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Sweet cooked carrots that even my carrot hating family loves. There are never leftovers.

Provided by beckie

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Carrots

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pound baby carrots
¼ cup margarine
⅓ cup brown sugar

Steps:

  • Cook carrots in a large pot of boiling water until tender. Drain off most of the liquid, leaving bottom of pan covered with water. Set the carrots aside.
  • Stir margarine and brown sugar into the water. Simmer and stir until the margarine melts. Return carrots to the pot, and toss to coat. Cover, and let sit for a few minutes to allow flavors to mingle.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.3 calories, Carbohydrate 21.2 g, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 222.2 mg, Sugar 17.2 g

ROASTED CARROTS



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Get the most out of your root vegetables with Ina Garten's Roasted Carrots recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

12 carrots
3 tablespoons good olive oil
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh dill or parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • If the carrots are thick, cut them in half lengthwise; if not, leave whole. Slice the carrots diagonally in 1 1/2-inch-thick slices. (The carrots will shrink while cooking so make the slices big.) Toss them in a bowl with the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Transfer to a sheet pan in 1 layer and roast in the oven for 20 minutes, until browned and tender.
  • Toss the carrots with minced dill or parsley, season to taste, and serve.

SAUTEED CARROTS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds carrots
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Peel the carrots and cut them diagonally in 1/4-inch slices. You should have about 6 cups of carrots. Place the carrots, 1/3 cup water, the salt, and pepper in a large (10- to 12-inch) saute pan and bring to a boil. Cover the pan and cook over medium-low heat for 7 to 8 minutes, until the carrots are just cooked through. Add the butter and saute for another minute, until the water evaporates and the carrots are coated with butter. Off the heat, toss with the dill or parsley. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve.

BABY CARROTS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 pounds baby carrots
3 tablespoons butter, cut into small pats
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • Place baby carrots in 1/2-inch of water with butter, sugar, and salt. Bring water to a boil, cover pan, and reduce heat to simmer. Cook carrots 7 or 8 minutes, remove lid, and raise heat to medium high. Reduce water until it almost evaporates, a couple of minutes. Turn carrots in sauce and taste to adjust seasonings and serve.

QUICK AND EASY BAKED CARROTS



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Baked carrots with light sweet glaze.

Provided by wilsondogg

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Carrots

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch carrots, trimmed
butter-flavored cooking spray (such as I Can't Believe It's Not Butter®)
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Arrange carrots in a shallow baking dish. Spray with cooking spray and sprinkle with nutmeg, cinnamon, and sugar.
  • Bake in preheated oven until carrots are tender, 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 101.4 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

QUICK CARROTS



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This recipe is a versatile colorful side dish. The carrots and green onions are a flavorful combination your family is sure to enjoy.-Florence Jacoby, Granite Falls, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups fresh or frozen sliced carrots
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons sliced green onions
1 tablespoon water
1/4 teaspoon salt
Chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine first five ingredients. Cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until the carrots are crisp-tender. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 198mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

OVEN-ROASTED CARROTS



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Boost the flavor of already tasty carrots by oven-roasting them. The panko pecan topping is optional.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Carrots

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ pound carrots, peeled and cut into 3-inch-long pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ cup chopped pecans
¼ cup panko bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Toss carrots with olive oil and Italian seasoning in a bowl and spread out on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Sprinkle pecans and panko on top and continue roasting until golden, about 5 minutes more. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.6 g, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 144.6 mg, Sugar 6 g

BAKED CARROTS



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"THESE CARROTS are compatible with most any meal. The chicken broth gives them great flavor. Whenever I serve this dish, there are never any leftovers. For a variation, this vegetable combination is delicious mashed in with potatoes."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pound carrots, cut into sticks
1 bunch green onions with tops, chopped
1 cup chicken broth

Steps:

  • Place the carrots and onions in an ungreased 1-qt. casserole; pour chicken broth over all. Cover and bake at 325° for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 41 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

ROASTED CARROTS



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Really easy, really simple, and really yummy. You'll never go back to boiled carrots again! From Ina Garten/Barefoot Contessa on foodtv.com. Sometimes I leave out the dill/parsley.

Provided by Laura Leigh

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

12 carrots
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh dill or 2 tablespoons parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • If the carrots are thick, cut them in half lengthwise; if not, leave whole.
  • Slice the carrots diagonally in 1 1/2-inch-thick slices.
  • (The carrots will shrink while cooking so make the slices big.) Toss them in a bowl with the olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Transfer to a sheet pan in 1 layer and roast in the oven for 20 minutes, until browned and tender.
  • Toss the carrots with minced dill or parsley, season to taste, and serve.

SWEET CANDIED CARROTS



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These tender, vibrant carrots have a buttery glaze and a mild sweetness. It's a simple dish, but it sure makes carrots seem special.-P Lauren Fay-Neri, Syracuse, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds carrots, cut into sticks
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • Place carrots in a large saucepan; add 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and set aside. , In the same pan, combine the butter, brown sugar, salt and pepper; cook and stir until butter is melted. Return carrots to the pan; cook and stir over medium heat for 5 minutes or until glazed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 174mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

AIR-FRYER CARROTS



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I love roasting carrots to bring out their sweetness. I think thyme really complements the flavor of these air-fryer carrots, but feel free to mix it up and use other herbs, like rosemary or tarragon. -Marlene Schott, Devine, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound baby carrots
2 small onions, quartered
3 garlic cloves, peeled
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Fresh thyme, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat air fryer to 375°. In a large bowl, toss first 8 ingredients. Place carrots on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until carrots are crisp-tender, 18-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. If desired, sprinkle with fresh thyme.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 230mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED CARROTS



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These sticky honey-roasted carrots make a simple yet scrumptious side for Christmas dinner or a Sunday lunch

Provided by John Torode

Categories     Side dish

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2kg carrots, halved or quartered lengthways
4 tbsp olive oil
4 tbsp honey
2 tbsp red wine or cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Bring a large pan of water to the boil. Add the carrots, bring back up to the boil and cook for 5 mins.
  • Drain and leave in a colander to steam-dry for a few minutes, and then toss in a large roasting tin with the olive oil, honey, vinegar and seasoning. Roast for 30-40 mins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 26 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 24 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose the right carrots: Opt for fresh, young carrots with smooth skin and no blemishes. If possible, opt for organic carrots to minimize exposure to pesticides and herbicides.
  • Peeling vs. scraping: Peeling removes the outer layer of the carrot, while scraping preserves it. Peeling is recommended for dishes where appearance is important, while scraping is ideal for retaining nutrients.
  • Cut carrots uniformly: Uniformly cut carrots ensure even cooking. For stir-fries or salads, cut them into thin strips or matchsticks. For roasting or soups, cut them into chunks or rounds.
  • Blanching carrots: Blanching carrots briefly in boiling water helps preserve their color, texture, and nutrients. Simply immerse them in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, then transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
  • Seasoning carrots: Carrots pair well with various herbs and spices, including thyme, rosemary, cumin, coriander, and paprika. Experiment with different combinations to create unique flavor profiles.

Conclusion:

Carrots are a versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in numerous ways. Whether you prefer them raw, roasted, steamed, or boiled, there's a cooking method to suit every palate. Remember to choose fresh, high-quality carrots and experiment with different cooking techniques and seasonings to create delicious and nutritious dishes. They are not only delicious but also incredibly versatile and nutritious. So, next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful addition to your meal, reach for some carrots!

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