Description
Learn how to boil carrots perfectly every time with this easy guide. Boiled carrots are a simple and nutritious side dish that can be customized with seasonings or served plain.
Ingredients
- 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into coins or sticks
- Water, enough to cover carrots
- ½–1 tsp salt (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and cut the carrots into uniform pieces (coins or sticks) for even cooking.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the salt, if using.
- Carefully add the carrots to the boiling water.
- Boil the carrots for 4-5 minutes for crisp-tender or 6-8 minutes for softer texture.
- Drain the carrots in a colander once they reach your desired doneness.
- Season with butter, herbs, or spices as desired and serve warm.
Notes
- Cut carrots evenly to ensure they cook at the same rate.
- Add seasoning after boiling for more flavor control.
- Boiled carrots can be stored in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
