Baked Grated Carrots
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Description: This colorful do-ahead side dish is a delightful addition to any meal. The carrots retain their crispness while offering a burst of flavor, reminiscent of hot raw carrots.
Recipe Category: Vegetable
Keywords: Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Less than 60 Minutes, Oven, Beginner Cook, Easy
Aggregated Rating: 4.5
Review Count: 4
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 99.4
- Fat Content: 5.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 134.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 10.3g
- Fiber Content: 2.9g
- Sugar Content: 4.9g
- Protein Content: 1.1g
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 3 carrots
- 2 tablespoons margarine
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 green onions
- 2 tablespoons dry sherry
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Begin by preparing the carrots. Peel them and grate them using a box grater or a food processor.
- Place the grated carrots in a casserole dish, spreading them out evenly.
- In a small saucepan, melt the margarine over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice and dry sherry.
- Pour the margarine mixture over the grated carrots, ensuring they are well coated.
- Finely chop the green onions and sprinkle them over the carrots.
- Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the carrots are tender yet still crisp.
- Once done, remove from the oven and serve hot as a delightful side dish to complement your meal.
Cook’s Tips:
- For added flavor, you can sprinkle some freshly ground black pepper over the carrots before baking.
- If you prefer a bit of sweetness, you can drizzle a teaspoon of honey over the carrots along with the margarine mixture.
- These baked grated carrots can be prepared ahead of time and reheated in the oven just before serving. They make a convenient and flavorful addition to your meal prep routine.
