Carrots, a versatile root vegetable, are not only delicious but also a storehouse of essential nutrients. Their vibrant color and sweet taste make them a popular addition to a variety of dishes. Steaming is a simple yet effective cooking method that helps preserve the nutrients while enhancing the natural flavors of carrots. Whether you prefer baby carrots, thick-cut chunks, or delicate ribbons, this guide will provide you with the best recipe to cook quick steamed carrots that are tender-crisp and bursting with flavor.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
EASY STEAMED CARROTS
Steamed carrots are so delicious. They have a fresh, naturally sweet taste and they require minimal seasoning.
Provided by Vered DeLeeuw
Categories Side Dish
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Add 1.5 inches of water to a saucepan and bring the water to a boil over high heat.
- Peel the carrots, cut off the ends, cut them in half crosswise and then cut the fat halves in half lengthwise, as shown in the video below. Your goal is to achieve fairly equal-sized chunks of carrot. Place the prepared carrots in the steamer basket.
- When the water boils, carefully place the steamer basket in the saucepan, cover, and steam the carrots until just tender - check with a fork, and start checking after 10 minutes. Also, keep an eye on the water to make sure they don't completely evaporate.
- Remove the carrots from the steamer onto a serving plate. Drizzle them with melted butter and sprinkle them with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.5 recipe, Calories 110 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 380 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 7 g
QUICK STEAMED CARROTS
Make and share this Quick Steamed Carrots recipe from Food.com.
Provided by BusyBeeHoneyBee
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 5m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Put baby carrots in an open glass container with the water.
- Microwave on high for 3 to 5 minutes until tender.
- Drain and toss with orange juice, honey and ginger.
SIMPLE STEAMED CARROTS WITH BUTTER
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Scrub the carrots and peel them. Cut off and discard the stem end and slice into thin coins on the diagonal.
- Put the sliced carrots in a medium saucepan. Add the water, salt and sugar.
- Place the pan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pan, and cook for about 20 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.
- Drain the carrots and toss with 2 tablespoons butter and chopped parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 194 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 6 g, ServingSize 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
STEAMED CARROTS
If you can boil water, you can have this vibrant side dish.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 15m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Fill a medium wide-mouthed pot with 2 inches of water. Set a collapsible steamer basket insert into the pot, then bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
- Put the carrots in the steamer basket and cook, covered, until tender when pierced with a knife, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a plate and serve.
SAUTEED CARROTS
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.
QUICK GLAZED CARROTS
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dinner Recipes Dinner Side Dishes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a skillet large enough to hold carrots in a single layer. Cook over high heat, shaking pan occasionally, 4 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and continue to cook until water evaporates and carrots are just glazed with butter, about 5 minutes.
QUICK AND EASY BAKED CARROTS
Baked carrots with light sweet glaze.
Provided by wilsondogg
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Carrots
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
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
BUTTERY COOKED CARROTS
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
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
QUICK GLAZED CARROTS
-Taste of Home Cooking School
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a Medium or Large Ziploc® Zip 'n Steam™ Bag, combine carrots, brown sugar, butter, cornstarch and salt. Seal bag and shake gently to combine ingredients. Pat carrots into a single layer. Place in microwave oven., Cook on full power for 6 minutes for crisp-tender carrots. If needed, continue microwaving at 30-second intervals until carrots have reached desired level of tenderness. Allow bag to stand 1 minute before handling. Shake gently to coat carrots with glaze. Carefully open bag. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts :
QUICK CARROTS
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
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.
7 MINUTE STEAMED CARROTS WITH HERBS
I threw this together tonight for a quick, healthy side dish that my 2 year old might actually eat. She loved it! And so did the rest of us :)
Provided by NikasMommy
Categories Vegetable
Time 7m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Put baby carrots in medium or large Ziploc steamer bag. Microwave for 6 minutes. Carefully open bag (the steam is very HOT!) and add the butter sprays, seasoning mix and cheese. Close the bag and shake well to combine. Serve!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50.5, Fat 0.9, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 2.2, Sodium 126.8, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 5.4, Protein 1.7
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender carrots: Look for carrots that are brightly colored and have smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid carrots that are limp or have brown spots.
- Trim the carrots: Cut off the tops and bottoms of the carrots. If the carrots are large, you can also cut them in half or quarters lengthwise.
- Steam the carrots: Place the carrots in a steamer basket over a pot of boiling water. Cover the pot and steam the carrots for 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender but still crisp.
- Season the carrots: Once the carrots are steamed, season them with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings. You can also add a pat of butter or a drizzle of olive oil.
- Serve the carrots: Steamed carrots can be served as a side dish or as a snack. They are also a great addition to salads, soups, and stews.
Conclusion:
Steamed carrots are a healthy and delicious side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are low in calories and fat, and they are a good source of vitamins and minerals. Steaming is a gentle cooking method that preserves the nutrients in carrots and results in a tender-crisp texture. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of cooking time, you can enjoy a delicious and healthy side dish of steamed carrots.
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