Healthy and Creative Ways to Use Carrots

Let carrots be the star of your dish.
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Carrots are one of the most commonly used veggies in the kitchen, usually as an add-in that brings out the best in other ingredients. If you’re looking for recipes that put carrots into the spotlight, try these five ideas.

Carrot Smoothies

You can put pretty much anything you want in smoothies. Carrot, orange, ginger, and banana are the perfect combo for a refreshing morning.

Carrot Hummus

If you’re always on the hunt for new recipes for homemade hummus, how about adding some carrots to the mix and making this quick and easy snack?

Carrot Soup

Carrot is a common add-in in almost every soup, but how about making it the main ingredient? You can still combine it with other healthy veggies, such as sweet potatoes and tomatoes, and get a delicious creamy soup along the way.

Carrot Noodles

Looking for a low-calorie and nutrient-packed pasta alternative? Create thin noodles with your carrots and you’ll get just the thing you’re craving for!

Carrot Fries

Speaking of healthier alternatives to our favorite comfort foods, French fries made with carrots taste almost just as delicious as the real thing.