Italian Carrots

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Quick-boiled carrots brightened with fresh garlic and parsley for a simple, elegant side dish.
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These Italian Carrots offer a bright, fresh take on a classic vegetable side dish. By boiling whole carrots with garlic cloves, the vegetables absorb a subtle aromatic flavor while retaining their natural sweetness and crisp-tender texture. The dish is finished with a generous sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley and a pinch of salt and pepper, creating a vibrant green contrast against the orange carrots. This recipe is incredibly quick to prepare, making it an ideal accompaniment for roasted meats, fish, or as part of a light vegan meal. It’s a perfect example of how simple ingredients, when treated with respect, can create a sophisticated and satisfying plate.

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Italian Carrots

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 95.0

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These Italian Carrots offer a bright, fresh take on a classic vegetable side dish. By boiling whole carrots with garlic cloves, the vegetables absorb a subtle aromatic flavor while retaining their natural sweetness and crisp-tender texture. The dish is finished with a generous sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley and a pinch of salt and pepper, creating a vibrant green contrast against the orange carrots. This recipe is incredibly quick to prepare, making it an ideal accompaniment for roasted meats, fish, or as part of a light vegan meal. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect example of how simple ingredients, when treated with respect, can create a sophisticated and satisfying plate.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place the whole peeled carrots, garlic cloves, and 1 teaspoon of salt in a medium saucepan.
  2. Cover the contents with cold water.
  3. Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then cover the pot and reduce heat to simmer.
  4. Simmer until the carrots are crisp yet tender when pierced with a fork, about 5 minutes.
  5. Drain the carrots and discard the garlic cloves.
  6. Arrange the hot carrots on a serving platter.
  7. Sprinkle immediately with chopped parsley and black pepper to taste.
  8. Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 95.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.3g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 4918.0mg205%
Total Carbohydrate 21.5g8%
Dietary Fiber 2.5g10%
Sugars 2.9g
Protein 3.7g8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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