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Boiled carrots don't have to be mushy! Cook them perfectly for tender crisp results.
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How to Boil Carrots

Boiling is one of the easiest ways to cook carrots, especially if you're trying to avoid added fats. Learn how to boil carrots perfectly with these easy instructions.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Author: Mary Younkin

Ingredients

  • 1 pound carrots cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ teaspon kosher salt adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper adjust to taste

Instructions

  • Add carrots to a medium saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil and then reduce to medium heat. Simmer for 3-5minutes.
  • Remove from heat and drain off the water. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 47kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 127mg | Potassium: 365mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 18945IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg