Heart-Healthy Sauteed Carrots
Elevate your vegetable game with this vibrant and nutritious recipe for Heart-Healthy Sautéed Carrots! Perfectly caramelized in extra virgin olive oil and infused with the aromatic flavors of garlic, fresh thyme, and a splash of lemon juice, these tender-crisp carrots bring a nutritious twist to your table. Finished with a sprinkle of parsley and a dash of salt and pepper, this quick and easy side dish is ready in just 20 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or healthy meal prep. Packed with wholesome ingredients and brimming with flavor, this sautéed carrots recipe is a heart-friendly delight that's sure to steal the spotlight at any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium carrots
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel and slice the carrots into even rounds, about 1/4 inch thick, to ensure they cook evenly.
Mince the garlic cloves finely.
Chop the fresh parsley finely to use as a garnish.
Heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat in a large sauté pan.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the sliced carrots to the pan and stir to coat them with olive oil and garlic.
Sprinkle the fresh thyme leaves over the carrots and mix well.
Continue to cook the carrots for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender-crisp.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, stirring to combine.
Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice for an added burst of flavor.
Transfer the sautéed carrots to a serving dish and garnish with the chopped fresh parsley.
Serve warm as a delightful side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
361 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1366 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.0 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 915 mg | 19% | |
*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.
