Chive Carrots
Transform your side dish routine with these irresistible Chive Carrots—a delightful blend of tender, buttery carrots and the fresh, bright flavor of chopped chives. Perfectly seasoned with just a hint of salt and black pepper, this simple yet elegant recipe is ready in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners or special holiday gatherings. The natural sweetness of the carrots is beautifully enhanced as they’re simmered, then lightly coated in melted butter and fresh herbs, creating a vibrant, crowd-pleasing dish that pairs effortlessly with roast chicken, grilled fish, or hearty vegetarian mains. With minimal ingredients and maximum flavor, these chive-infused carrots are sure to become a staple in your repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Peel the carrots and slice them into even-sized rounds, approximately 1/4-inch thick.
Finely chop the fresh chives and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Add the sliced carrots to the saucepan, cover, and reduce the heat to medium. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the carrots are tender but not mushy.
Drain the carrots and return them to the saucepan.
Add the unsalted butter to the saucepan and stir until it melts, coating the carrots evenly.
Stir in the chopped chives, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the seasonings are evenly distributed.
Transfer the chive-coated carrots to a serving dish and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
411 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.2 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1537 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.7 g | ||
| Protein | 5.0 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 191 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 1621 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
