**Sweet Carrots: A Culinary Delight with Endless Variations**
Carrots, known for their vibrant orange hue and natural sweetness, are a versatile vegetable that can be transformed into a delectable array of dishes. From simple roasted carrots to elegant glazed carrots, this article offers a collection of sweet carrot recipes that cater to various tastes and preferences. Whether you're seeking a healthy side dish, a delightful appetizer, or a comforting main course, these carrot-centric creations will surely satisfy your cravings.
**1. Roasted Carrots with Honey Glaze:**
Roasted carrots take on a caramelized sweetness when tossed in a honey glaze, making them an irresistible side dish for any occasion. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of carrots with the rich flavor of honey, creating a delightful balance of flavors.
**2. Carrot Fries with Garlic Herb Seasoning:**
Carrot fries are a healthier alternative to traditional potato fries, offering a crispy exterior and a tender, sweet interior. Seasoned with a blend of garlic, herbs, and a hint of lemon zest, these carrot fries make for a guilt-free snack or a fun side dish.
**3. Glazed Carrots with Orange and Ginger:**
Glazed carrots are a classic side dish that gets an upgrade with the addition of orange and ginger. The citrusy sweetness of orange juice and the spicy warmth of ginger create a harmonious flavor profile that complements the sweetness of carrots perfectly.
**4. Carrot and Sweet Potato Soup:**
Carrot and sweet potato soup is a creamy and comforting dish that showcases the natural sweetness of both vegetables. This soup is packed with flavor and nutrients, making it a wholesome choice for a light lunch or dinner.
**5. Carrot Cake Muffins with Cream Cheese Frosting:**
Carrot cake muffins are a delightful treat that combines the classic flavors of carrot cake into bite-sized portions. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, these muffins are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or as a sweet snack.
With this collection of sweet carrot recipes, you'll discover new ways to enjoy this versatile vegetable. From roasted and glazed to fried and baked, these recipes offer a diverse range of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds.
SWEET CANDIED CARROTS
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
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.
SWEET CARROTS
Here's a flavorful way to dress up carrots without a lot of fuss. Simply steam the good-for-you veggies, then season with butter, brown sugar, vinegar and a sprinkling of chives. The carrots are not only colorful, but they're tasty, too. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place carrots in a steamer basket. Place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Cover and steam until tender, 5-8 minutes. Transfer carrots to a large bowl. Add the brown sugar, butter, vinegar and salt; toss until butter is melted and carrots are coated. Sprinkle with chives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 247mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
AIR FRYER SWEET AND SPICY ROASTED CARROTS
These tender and roasted carrots cooked in the air fryer can be on your table in less than half an hour. Tossed in a honey-butter sauce and sprinkled with your choice of fresh basil, chives, or just salt and pepper.
Provided by Yoly
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Carrots
Time 25m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray the basket with nonstick cooking spray.
- Combine butter, honey, orange zest, and cardamom in a bowl. Remove 1 tablespoon of the sauce to a separate bowl and set aside. Add carrots to the remaining sauce and toss until all are well coated. Transfer carrots to the air fryer basket.
- Air fry until carrots are roasted and fork tender, tossing every 7 minutes, for 15 to 22 minutes. Mix orange juice with reserved honey-butter sauce. Toss with carrots until well combined. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.2 calories, Carbohydrate 19.3 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 206.4 mg, Sugar 14.6 g
MASHED SWEET POTATOES AND CARROTS
Steps:
- Cook potatoes, carrots and garlic in large pot of boiling salted water until very tender. Drain; return to same pot. Mash with potato masher. Add cream and butter and mash until smooth and creamy. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
SWEET-AND-SOUR CARROTS
Steps:
- Halve 1 pound carrots lengthwise and cut into 3-inch pieces; steam until tender, about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, simmer 2 tablespoons cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 teaspoons sugar, 1 smashed garlic clove and a pinch of salt until syrupy, about 3 minutes. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes. Season the carrots with salt and drizzle with the sweet-and-sour sauce. Top with chopped parsley.
BAKED POTATOES WITH CARROTS, SWEET POTATOES, AND ONIONS
Provided by Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 1h35m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pre-heat the oven to 375 degrees. In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients and toss to mix well. Transfer to an oiled baking pan and bake, covered with foil, for 30 minutes. Uncover, stir, and bake for an additional 30 to 45 minutes, or until tender. Place under a preheated broiler about 3 inches from the heat until golden brown.
SWEET AND SOUR CARROTS OR COPPER PENNIES
Steps:
- Dice carrots then cook in boiling water until tender yet crisp. Drain and allow to cool. Combine tomato soup, vegetable oil, sugar, vinegar, dry dill and salt and bring to a simmer. Let cool to room temperature. Pour mixture over carrots. Add green pepper and onion along with the mix and carrots.
SWEET BAKED CARROTS
Sweetened carrots are a perfect vegetable addition to any meal. Kids love them!!
Provided by Monica
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Carrots
Time 1h35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Arrange carrots in an 8-inch square pan. Combine sugar, butter, boiling water, salt, and cinnamon in a bowl; pour over carrots. Cover pan with aluminum foil.
- Bake in preheated oven until carrots are tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.6 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 27.1 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 511.7 mg, Sugar 20.2 g
SWEET & SOUR CARROTS
"I wanted to try serving carrots differently and everyone raved over these." You'll love the combination of flavors and colors. Delores Romyn - Stratton, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place 1 in. of water and carrots in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 7-9 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add green pepper. Cover and cook 3 minutes longer or until tender. Drain and set aside. , Drain pineapple, reserving juice; add enough water to the juice to measure 3/4 cup. Set pineapple aside. In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in the pineapple juice mixture, vinegar and soy sauce until smooth. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Stir in the reserved carrots and pineapple; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 123 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 459mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
ROOT VEGETABLE TAGINE WITH SWEET POTATOES, CARROTS, TURNIPS, AND SPICE-ROASTED CHICKPEAS
Provided by Molly Stevens
Categories Roast Low Fat Low Cal High Fiber Dinner Chickpea Root Vegetable Carrot Turnip Sweet Potato/Yam Healthy Low Cholesterol Bon Appétit Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Toast coriander, cumin, and caraway seeds in small skillet over medium heat until beginning to brown, about 2 minutes. Cool. Transfer to spice mill; process until finely ground. Transfer to small bowl. Add red pepper, turmeric, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Mix lemon slices, lemon juice, and 4 teaspoons coarse salt in small skillet. Bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until lemon slices are almost tender, about 10 minutes. Cool preserved lemon. Drain and chop. DO AHEAD: Spice blend and preserved lemon can be made 1 week ahead. Store spice blend airtight at room temperature. Transfer preserved lemon to small bowl; cover and chill.
- Heat olive oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion; sprinkle with salt and sauté until beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. Add toasted spice blend, garlic, and tomato paste; stir 1 minute. Add carrots and celery; stir 2 minutes. Add chopped preserved lemon, 4 cups water, sweet potatoes, turnips, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes. Simmer with lid ajar until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally, about 35 minutes. Stir in parsley, cilantro, and mint. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and let stand 10 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
- Spoon couscous into large bowl, spreading out to edges and leaving well in center. Spoon vegetable tagine into well in center. Sprinkle Spice-Roasted Chickpeas over and serve.
SWEET 'N' TANGY CARROTS
With an irresistible brown sugar-mustard sauce, these simple simmered carrots bring bright flavor and color to the table. -Paula Zsiray, Logan, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place 1 in. of water, carrots and salt in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain., Return carrots to pan; add the brown sugar, butter, mustard and pepper. Cook and stir over low heat until well coated. Sprinkle with parsley. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 257mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
SWEET AND SPICY CARROTS
Sweet and spicy! Very different!
Provided by Ursula
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Carrots
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix carrots and orange juice in a large saucepan; bring to a boil, place a cover on the pan, reduce heat to low, and cook at a simmer until carrots are tender-crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain carrots, reserving 1/4 cup of the orange juice.
- Return carrots and reserved juice to the pan and place over medium heat. Stir honey, apricot preserves, Dijon mustard, butter, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper with the carrots and juice; cook and stir until sugar dissolves completely and the carrots are glazed and tender, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.1 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 330.8 mg, Sugar 28.6 g
SWEET-AND-SOUR BABY CARROTS
Categories Vegetable Side Roast Passover Vegetarian Vinegar Carrot Spring Healthy Kosher Vegan Gourmet Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Toss carrots with oil and salt and pepper to taste in a shallow (1-inch-deep) baking pan. Roast in middle of oven, stirring once, until barely tender, about 20 minutes. Leave oven on.
- Stir together vinegar and sugar until sugar is dissolved. Drizzle over carrots, shaking pan to coat, then roast until carrots are tender and vinegar is evaporated, 5 to 8 minutes more.
SWEET AND SOUR CARROTS
This is an easy and tasty new way to make carrots. Mom makes this alot when we have guests, and it's always the first dish to run out.
Provided by Emoximuu
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 2/3 cup, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Boil sliced carrots until crips-tender; drain and remove from pan.
- In the same pan combine all other ingredients, cook over medium until bubbly.
- Add carrots back into the pan, stir and cook until heated through.
SWEET & SPICY CARROTS
These carrots are a little bit different from all the other carrot recipes - they have an exotic flavor and go well with lamb and chicken.Leave out the raisins but yhey add to the flavor. I like to add a pinch more curry & chilli but it is up to you how spicy you like it
Provided by Bergy
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the oil& butter in a large skillet, over medium heat,add carrots& garlic Sprinkle in the dry spices and saute, stirring almost constantly until the carrots are as tender as you like them (7-9 minutes).
- Meanwhile stir together the honey& vinegar.
- Pour over the carrots, add raisins and saute, swishing the carrots around Serve immediately for 1 additional minute.
SWEET-AND-SOUR CHICKEN THIGHS WITH CARROTS
Steps:
- Pat chicken dry. Stir together 1 1/2 teaspoons salt with paprika, cinnamon, and pepper and rub onto chicken.
- Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then brown chicken in 2 batches, turning over once, about 10 minutes per batch. Transfer chicken as browned to a plate.
- Discard all but 3 tablespoons fat from skillet, then add onion and carrots. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened and beginning to brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, 1 minute.
- Return chicken, skin sides up, to skillet, nestling it into vegetables. Stir together water, lemon juice, and honey until blended and add to skillet, then cook over moderately low heat, covered, until chicken is cooked through and carrots are tender, 25 to 30 minutes. If necessary, skim fat from sauce, then add salt to taste. Sprinkle with herbs just before serving.
SWEET AND SOUR CARROTS
Provided by Food Network
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a pot of salted water to boil and add the sliced carrots, cook until the carrots are just tender. Strain the carrots and let sit for 10 minutes. In a large bowl add the cooled carrots, onions, parsley, paprika, black pepper, cinnamon, chili flakes, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 cup orange juice, 1/2 cup red wine vinegar, 2 ounces olive oil. Season to taste with salt. Mix all the ingredients together well and refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes. Garnish salad with 1 orange, peeled and sliced.
SWEET AND SOUR BEEF CUBES WITH BABY CARROTS
Make and share this Sweet and Sour Beef Cubes With Baby Carrots recipe from Food.com.
Provided by weekend cooker
Categories Roast Beef
Time 9h20m
Yield 4 dishes, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut beef into 1 -inch cubes and dredge in flour, salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, brown beef in a little oil, and place in slow cooker.
- Add remaining ingredients plus 1 cup of water.
- Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours.
- Add carrots and cook an additional 1 1/2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 880.3, Fat 44.8, SaturatedFat 18, Cholesterol 156.5, Sodium 737.7, Carbohydrate 71.8, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 50.3, Protein 45.1
SERENA'S ROASTED POTATOES, CARROTS, AND SWEET POTATOES
I got the idea from this recipe from my boyfriend's stepmother Serena. I tweaked it a bit: added the sweet potatoes and brown sugar and it's perfect! It's warm and yummy comfort food.
Provided by Jaime Hanrahan
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Sweet Potatoes
Time 2h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Place Yukon gold potatoes, carrots, and sweet potatoes in a roasting pan. Pour melted butter over the vegetables and sprinkle brown sugar on top. Stir briefly to combine.
- Bake in the preheated oven, stirring once or twice, until vegetables are tender, about 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.9 calories, Carbohydrate 53.3 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 148.8 mg, Sugar 10.6 g
CANNING SWEET CARROTS RECIPE - (4.2/5)
Provided by AuntieLo
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Wash carrots remove tops. Peel carrots. Cut carrots to desired size. Carrots can be cut into lengths with small carrots left whole, or they may be cut cross ways. My suggestion is to not cut them too small. Carrots are cooked well in the pressure canner and they will get mushy if they are too small. Using a crinkle cutter makes your jars look very professional. Just for fun. ***** Do I really need to peel? All official directions I find say to peel carrots. None of them mention just scrubbing without peeling. (official meaning from state extension services) I can not find a safety reason listed. I believe that it is because carrots are a root crop. The bacteria that can cause botulism can be found in the soil so it may be a higher risk. You'll need to make your own decision as to peeling or not. I used to just scrub my carrots real good.... but I made the decision to start peeling my carrots. Love that peace of mind. :) ***** Canning Carrots: Hot pack or Raw pack?? Carrots can be raw packed or hot packed. I prefer canning carrots raw. I simply pack raw carrots tightly into hot jars leaving 1 inch head space. For a hot pack simmer carrots gently for 5 minutes then pack hot into hot jars leaving 1 inch head space. Add salt if desired. 1/2 tsp per pint, and 1 tsp per quart. Add boiling water to jars covering carrots and leaving 1 inch head space. Use a small plastic utensil or a bubble tool to release any air bubbles that might be trapped in your jars. Just run the tool down each jar moving things around gently so air will release. Optional sweet syrup. I used to can just plain carrots, but since I've tried this sweet variety... this is what I do most of the time now. Instead of plain boiling water add this syrup to your jars. 2 cups brown sugar 2 cups water 1 cup orange juice Heat ingredients until heated through and melted. Pour over your carrots to one inch headspace. Careful it is hot! Oh goodness is it good. Processing instructions are the same. Simply substitute this for the plain water. (and you can choose to add salt or not.) Wipe the rims clean with a paper towel or lint free cloth and place your lids. Which just means center the metal flat lid and screw your band down finger tight. For more details follow pressure canning instructions. Processing instructions pints - process for 25 minutes quarts - process for 30 minutes Be sure to adjust processing according to your altitude. For more information see this altitude adjustments page. Adjustments for Pressure Canner Altitude in Feet Dial Gauge Canner Weighted Gauge Canner 0-1000 11 10 1001-2000 11 15 2001-4000 12 15 4001-6000 13 15 6001-8000 14 15 8000-10,000 15 15
Tips:
- Choose the right carrots: Look for fresh, tender carrots with a vibrant orange color. Avoid carrots that are limp, bruised, or have dark spots.
- Peel the carrots thinly: Use a vegetable peeler to remove the thin outer layer of the carrots. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from becoming tough.
- Cut the carrots into uniform pieces: Cut the carrots into similar-sized pieces so that they cook evenly. Aim for pieces that are about 2 inches long and 1/2 inch thick.
- Use a large skillet or saucepan: Make sure you have a large enough skillet or saucepan to accommodate all of the carrots in a single layer. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from overcrowding.
- Cook the carrots over medium heat: Cooking the carrots over medium heat will help them caramelize and develop a sweet flavor. Avoid cooking them over high heat, as this will cause them to burn.
- Stir the carrots occasionally: Stir the carrots occasionally while they are cooking to ensure that they cook evenly and prevent them from sticking to the pan.
Conclusion:
Sweet carrots are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. They are easy to make and can be prepared in just a few minutes. With their naturally sweet flavor, they are a great way to add a touch of sweetness to your next meal. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give sweet carrots a try!
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