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    Paleo Foods: Carrots

    Last Modified: Jan 18, 2023 by Paleo Leaper · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Carrots are crunchy, nutrient-dense, and affordable: they make great snacks, but you can also dress them up for a fancy side dish. Take a look at the nutritional benefits and get some cooking inspiration below.

    Nutrition Details

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    Macronutrients Macros in Context

    Here's how 1 cup of carrots stacks up in the context of a typical Paleo meal:

    Blue bars show the typical range in grams for a Paleo meal. For example, a Paleo meal usually includes 30-60 grams of fat, but where you personally fall in that range will depend on your preference.

    Orange dots show how carrots fit into the typical nutrient profile of a Paleo meal.

    Macros in Context - Carrots
     

    Buying it Buy It

    Look for firm carrots without a lot of cracks.

    • SEASON: Carrots are so hardy that they barely have a “season;” you can get good ones all year round.
    • COLORS: Carrots aren’t just orange! They can also be yellow, red, purple, and white. The different colors reflect the different types of antioxidants in the carrots. All the different colors taste basically the same.
    • BABY CARROTS: Baby carrots are just regular-sized carrots cut into smaller pieces. They’re just as nutritious as regular carrots. If you're willing to pay for the convenience of pre-cut carrots, they’re a fine choice for snacks and lunchboxes.

    Cooking with it Cook It

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    RAW

    Use as a vehicle for guacamole, homemade mayo, your favorite mustard, and more.

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    OVEN

    Chop for easier eating or leave whole for a more dramatic presentation. Drizzle with olive oil and herbs and roast for 30-40 minutes, or until soft.

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    GRILL

    Grill whole carrots for roughly 20 minutes and serve with melted butter or your favorite combination of oil/vinegar/herbs.

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    SKILLET

    Slice carrots into thin matchsticks and quickly pan-fry for a warm side dish.

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    The greens are edible, too! Cut off just the feathery parts and use them to garnish a salad, or add some carrot tops to your pesto for a unique flavor.

     

    Recipe ideas Recipe Ideas

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    Carrot and Rutabaga Mash

    Cucumber and Carrot Salad

    Cucumber and Carrot Salad

    Beef Cubes with Roasted Carrots and Mushrooms

    Beef Cubes with Roasted Carrots and Mushrooms

     

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