Garlic and Lemon Carrots
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and flavorful Garlic and Lemon Carrots recipe, a simple yet elegant side dish that’s ready in just 25 minutes! Tender carrot rounds are sautéed to perfection in olive oil, then infused with the irresistible aroma of fresh garlic and the zesty tang of lemon juice and zest. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and herbal freshness, making this dish as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of salt and pepper, these carrots are the ultimate balance of savory and citrusy. Serve them warm alongside roasted meats, grilled fish, or even as a light vegetarian option. With easy preparation and wholesome ingredients, this recipe is a quick and healthy way to elevate your everyday meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Carrots
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Peel the carrots and slice them into thin rounds about 1/4 inch thick. If the carrots are thick, slice them in half lengthwise before cutting into rounds.
Mince the garlic cloves and finely chop the fresh parsley. Set both aside for later use.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.
Add the sliced carrots to the skillet and sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are tender but still slightly crisp.
Lower the heat slightly and add the minced garlic to the skillet. Stir well and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Turn off the heat and stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and ground black pepper until evenly distributed.
Transfer the cooked carrots to a serving dish and sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley on top as a garnish.
Serve warm as a flavorful side dish alongside your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
483 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1532 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.0 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.7 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 202 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1744 mg | 37% | |
*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.
