Dairy-Free Sauteed Carrots
Elevate your side dish game with these Dairy-Free Sautéed Carrots, a vibrant and healthy recipe that's perfect for any meal! This dish transforms tender slices of fresh carrots into a caramelized delight, enhanced by fragrant garlic, fresh thyme, and a splash of zesty lemon juice. Prepared in just 25 minutes, it's an easy yet sophisticated way to add color and flavor to your plate while staying completely dairy-free. Lightly steamed and sautéed, these carrots develop a beautiful glaze and aromatic profile, making them an irresistible companion to roasted meats or plant-based mains. Whether you're crafting a weeknight dinner or hosting a special gathering, these sautéed carrots bring a touch of warmth, nutrition, and elegance to the table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Peel and slice the carrots into thin rounds or sticks, about 1/4-inch thick, for even cooking.
Mince the garlic cloves finely.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the sliced carrots to the skillet, stirring to coat evenly with the garlic oil.
Sprinkle the fresh thyme over the carrots, followed by salt and black pepper. Stir well.
Cover the skillet with a lid to steam the carrots lightly while they sauté, ensuring they remain tender.
Stir every couple of minutes. Continue cooking until the carrots are tender and start to caramelize, about 10-12 minutes.
Remove the lid for the last few minutes of cooking to allow excess moisture to evaporate and help the carrots develop a nice glaze.
Once the carrots are cooked to your desired tenderness, remove them from the heat and drizzle with lemon juice.
Toss the carrots to distribute the lemon juice evenly and adjust seasoning to taste, if necessary.
Serve immediately as a delightful side dish that complements both simple and elaborate meals.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
471 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.3 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1527 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1649 mg | 35% | |
*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.
