Marinated Carrots
Brighten up your table with these irresistibly flavorful marinated carrots—a simple yet stunning side dish or appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion! Tender carrot slices are lightly boiled, then infused with a vibrant marinade of olive oil, white vinegar, honey, garlic, and a fragrant blend of cumin and paprika. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and zest, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. The key to its magic lies in allowing the carrots to absorb the bold flavors overnight, resulting in a zesty, slightly sweet, and aromatic dish that’s best served chilled or at room temperature. Quick to prep and full of wholesome ingredients, these marinated carrots are an easy make-ahead option sure to impress your guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups water
Instructions
Peel the carrots and slice them into 1/4 inch thick diagonal slices.
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add the sliced carrots and a pinch of salt. Cook for 6-8 minutes until the carrots are tender but not mushy.
Drain the carrots and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set them aside to cool.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, white vinegar, honey, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Finely chop the fresh parsley.
In a large bowl, combine the carrots and the marinade. Add the chopped parsley and toss gently to coat the carrots evenly.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, marinate overnight.
Before serving, give the carrots a final toss to redistribute the marinade. Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
682 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.1 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2748 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.4 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 279 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1828 mg | 39% | |
*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.
