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Carrots are the most delicious and versatile vegetable; you can add them to salads, make some chips, blend them to make morning juice or sautee to make a delicious stir fry. Along with having such a remarkable taste, carrots are loaded with health benefits which also makes it a favourite treat for fitness freaks.
Carrots are especially good when you need something instantly without making a mess. From making small crunchy nibbles to creating a satisfying dinnertime feast, you can use carrots in many different ways to give yourself a healthy treat.
Whether you are on a diet or not, these healthy carrot recipes are perfect for anyone. Know what you can make with carrots when hunger pangs hit you like a sudden storm on a sunny day.
1) Carrot Cheela
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You've tried plain besan cheela with onions. Now try adding some grated carrots to it. The taste becomes satisfyingly sweet and earthy with the nutty notes of besan. The grated pieces of carrot add a delicious bite to it, making it a comforting treat for any time snacking.
2) Carrot Appe
Making appe tonight? Add some grated carrots to elevate the flavours. Carrots will not only make your appe pop up with indulging colours, it also adds a healthy take to it. Plus its probiotic qualities makes it perfect for digestion.
3) Roasted Carrot Fries
A healthy replacement for french fries, carrot fries will give you the pleasure of crunchy nibbles as you binge-watch your favourite series at night. Low in calories, light on the stomach and loaded with flavours, carrot fries are an amazing snack to eat in bed. You can give it a unique take by slicing it into long noodles to give it the consistency of sev.
4) Carrot Hash Browns
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Tried potato hash browns? Give it a healthy take with carrots! Unlike potato hash browns, which are rather neutral in flavour, carrot hash browns give a kick of earthy sweetness that takes this treat to another level. Add minimum spices to enjoy the natural flavours to its fullest.
5) Carrot Apple Slaw
Grated carrots, crispy apple slices, and a tangy dressing are how you make a restaurant-style slaw at home with carrots. Add basil, raisins, and the dressing of choice to give it a flavour boost. Drizzle some lemon juice and vinegar to create a balance of sweet and savoury flavours.
6) Easy Gajar Halwa
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This easy gajar halwa doesn't require hours to cook in kadai. With the same ingredients, you can easily make gajar halwa in under 15-30 minutes. The trick is to use a pressure cooker and let it whistle two times. Then before serving, stir it for a few minutes to combine the elements well.
Eating healthy doesn't have to be boring. With carrots, you can make some delicious snacks that fit well with your health regime as well. So, which recipe are you trying today?
