Description
These sauteed carrots shine with butter and garlic, bringing rich flavor and vibrant color to your table. Perfect for any meal, this recipe is easy and quick to prepare!
Ingredients
- Carrots (1 ½ lbs)
- Water (1 ½ cups)
- Butter (¼ cup)
- Salt (¾ teaspoon)
- Black Pepper (¼ teaspoon)
- Garlic (1 teaspoon, minced)
- Fresh Herbs (1 tablespoon, chopped)
Instructions
- Peel and slice carrots into ½ inch thick pieces.
- In a large pot, combine sliced carrots, water, and salt. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Cover and steam carrots for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Drain carrots in a colander and allow excess water to escape.
- Melt butter in the pot over medium heat, add garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
- Add steamed carrots, sprinkle with black pepper, and sauté for 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in fresh herbs and cook for another minute to blend flavors.
Notes
Cut carrots uniformly for even cooking.
Use a stovetop to reheat leftovers to prevent mushiness.
Experiment with spices for different flavor profiles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg