Description
Elevate your meals with sautéed carrots, featuring a mouthwatering blend of garlic and butter. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, it’s an ideal side dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs carrots
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1/4 cup butter
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs
Instructions
- Peel and slice carrots into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- Steam the carrots in a pot with water for 5 minutes until slightly tender.
- Drain the water and let the carrots cool slightly.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat until bubbly.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in the steamed carrots, coating them in garlic butter.
- Season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until slightly browned.
- Stir in fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
Freeze cooked carrots in a freezer-safe bag for up to three months.
Add lemon juice before serving for a bright finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg