Zucchini and carrots are two versatile vegetables that can be used in a variety of dishes. They are also both packed with nutrients, making them a healthy addition to your diet. In this article, we'll share a recipe for a simple but delicious dish that features zucchini and carrots cooked with fresh herbs. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy meal, and it's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
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ZUCCHINI AND CARROTS WITH GARLIC AND HERBS
I 'adopted' this recipe in August 2005. I have made it and think it is a great recipe as written. I hope you like it as much as I did. I also found it went well with a little lite sour cream spooned on top of each serving for a change. The following words come from the original person who posted this recipe: "A nice summer-time side dish. I suggest cutting the zucchini a bit larger than the carrots, since it cooks faster. Substitute dried herbs if you don't have fresh."
Provided by Jen T
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over moderate heat.
- Add carrots, zucchini and garlic.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes or until just barely tender.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in fresh herbs.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.6, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 45.7, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 3.6, Protein 1.3
ZUCCHINI AND CARROTS WITH FRESH HERBS
Tender-crisp veggies sautéed with a buttery herb sauce. Mmm!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place steamer basket in 1/2 inch water in saucepan or skillet (water should not touch bottom of basket). Place carrots in basket. Cover tightly and heat to boiling; reduce heat. Steam carrots 3 minutes. Add zucchini. Steam 4 to 6 minutes or until carrots and zucchini are crisp-tender.
- Melt butter in 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Stir in carrots, zucchini and remaining ingredients. Cook uncovered 2 to 3 minutes, stirring gently, until hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 200 mg
GLAZED ZUCCHINI AND CARROTS
Steps:
- Place a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and carrots to the pan and season with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, until the carrots are crisp-tender, about 8 minutes.
- Add the zucchini to the pan and cook until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in the butter, orange juice and sugar and cook for 1 minute more. Toss to coat all of the vegetables in the glaze. Remove from the heat and stir in the chives. Serve immediately.
ZUCCHINI AND CARROTS WITH GREEN ONIONS AND DILL
Categories Herb Onion Vegetable Side Sauté Hanukkah Vegetarian Carrot Zucchini Kosher Vegan Dill Bon Appétit Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Roll up grated zucchini in large kitchen towel; press to dry.
- Heat oil in large deep skillet over high heat. Add 1 cup green onions and sauté 30 seconds. Add zucchini, carrots, and 2 tablespoons dill. Sauté until vegetables are just tender, tossing often, about 8 minutes. Mix in remaining 1/2 cup green onions and 2 tablespoons dill. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
CARROTS AND ZUCCHINI WITH HERBS
Zucchini, a summer squash, is a colorful addition to any cooked dishes. You can also enjoy zucchini raw. For a low-calorie snack, dip zucchini sticks into salsa or a nonfat sour cream dip.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place steamer basket in 1/2 inch water in saucepan (water should not touch bottom of basket). Place carrots in basket. Cover tightly and heat to boiling; reduce heat. Steam carrots 3 minutes. Add zucchini. Steam 4 to 6 minutes or until carrots and zucchini are crisp-tender.
- Melt margarine in 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Stir in carrots, zucchini and remaining ingredients. Cook uncovered 2 to 3 minutes, stirring gently, until hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g
CARROT ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE
Delightful, unusual flavor! A nice departure from casserole recipes that call for cream soups or cheese. Pretty enough for a dinner party. May use other vegetables as well.
Provided by edyegourmet
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Summer Squash
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Place carrots into a pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until just tender, about 15 minutes. Strain carrots out of the water with a slotted spoon. Add zucchini slices to the pot and simmer until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain, reserving about 1/4 cup cooking liquid.
- Stir reserved cooking liquid into mayonnaise, onion, horseradish, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Mix cooked vegetables into mayonnaise mixture until well blended; pour mixture into prepare baking dish.
- Mix bread crumbs and melted butter in a small bowl; sprinkle over vegetables.
- Bake in preheated oven until bread crumbs are lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Cholesterol 20.6 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 444.4 mg, Sugar 4.7 g
SAUTéED CARROTS AND ZUCCHINI
My mother and I came up with this sweet dish. It's one easy way to get everyone to eat their veggies. With only five ingredients, it's fast and simple to make, too.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute carrots in butter for 3 minutes. Add the zucchini and onion; saute 6-8 minutes longer or until crisp-tender. Add brown sugar; cook and stir until dissolved.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 87mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
ZUCCHINI AND CARROTS WITH FRESH HERBS
Haven't tried this yet, but it sounds easy to make and flavorful. From my daily diabetic recipe email and "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Terrific Diabetic Meals".
Provided by kitty.rock
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 6 3/4 cup servings, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place a steamer basket in 1/2 inch of water in a saucepan (water should not touch the bottom of the basket).
- Place carrots in the basket. Cover tightly and heat to boiling.
- Reduce heat and steam carrots 5 minutes. Add zucchini and steam 4 to 6 minutes or until carrots and zucchini are crisp-tender.
- Melt butter in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat.
- Stir in carrots, zucchini, thyme, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Cook uncovered, stirring gently for 2 to 3 minutes, or until hot.
- Nutritional Information Per Serving (3/4 cup): Glycemic Index: 22, Glycemic Load: 1, Calories: 55, Protein: 2 g, Carbohydrate: 4 g, Dietary Fiber: 1-1/2 g, Fat: 4 g, Cholesterol: 10 mg, Sodium: 61 mg. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 1 Fat.
Tips:
- Choose the right zucchini and carrots: Select firm, brightly colored zucchini and carrots. Avoid vegetables that have blemishes or bruises.
- Slice the vegetables thinly: This will help them cook evenly and quickly.
- Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs add a lot of flavor to this dish. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but be sure to use less, as they are more concentrated.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: If you overcrowd the pan, the vegetables will steam instead of sautéing and they will not brown properly.
- Cook the vegetables until they are tender-crisp: You don't want to overcook the vegetables, or they will become mushy. Cook them just until they are tender when you pierce them with a fork.
- Season to taste: Add salt and pepper to taste. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
Conclusion:
This zucchini and carrots with fresh herbs is a simple and delicious side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. It's also a healthy dish, packed with vitamins and minerals. Next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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