25 Healthy Carrot Recipes That Are Sure to Satisfy

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25 Healthy Carrot Recipes That Are Sure to Satisfy2/25 Smoky Vegan Bacon 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Smoky Vegan Bacon Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This vegan bacon recipe is a must for any meatless eater! You won’t believe how similar it is to the real thing. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 32 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 29mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 3/25 Vegan Carrot Soup 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Vegan

If you don’t have Yukon Golds on hand, russet potatoes will work, too

Carrot Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Yukon Gold potatoes—instead of cream—make a smooth carrot soup vegan and add a mild sweetness. If you don’t have Yukon Golds on hand, russet potatoes will work, too. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 176 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 710mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1/2 fat. 4/25 Carrot Brown Rice Pilaf 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Carrot Brown Rice Pilaf

Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This versatile, colorful dish complements a variety of meats or other vegetarian entrees. To give this dish a crunchy texture and additional flavor and protein, stir in 2 cups of bean sprouts just before serving. —Paulette Cross, Lowville, New York Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 231 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 551mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. 5/25 Carrot Puree 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved DANIELLE MOORE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30

min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Although I call these “company carrots,” I’ll often serve them on a weeknight to my family. No matter who’s eating it, the fast, easy dish is always a favorite. —Cynthia Hanus-Beard, Tamarac, Florida Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 224 calories, 16g fat (10g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 423mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 4g fiber), 2g protein. 6/25 Radish, Carrot & Cilantro Salad 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Radish, Carrot & Cilantro Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From

the Recipe Creator: Bright carrots and radishes pop in this citrusy salad

the Recipe Creator: Bright carrots and radishes pop in this citrusy salad. My husband likes it with anything from the grill. I like to pile it on tacos. —Christina Baldwin, Covington, Louisiana Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 51 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 145mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat. 7/25 Carrot and Lentil Chili Test Kitchen Approved Carrot and Lentil Chili Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 hours Servings 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I make this lentil chili

in the fall or spring

in the fall or spring. I love the satisfying combination of fresh bright orange carrots and hearty earthy lentils. Filled with flavor and color, it leaves me energized and nourished. It’s also affordable and a terrific way to fit in more veggies and legumes. I serve this with yogurt, sour cream or plant-based cheese. It also makes a fun dip for your favorite crackers or cubes of bread. —Rebekah Ranes, Sedona, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 310 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 574mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 12g fiber), 13g protein. 8/25 Rice Noodle Salad 4

Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat

Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Rice Noodle Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This rice noodle salad is easy, sweet, spicy, nutty and light. Many friends request this for get-togethers, and our family enjoys it at least once a month for dinner. —Krista Frank, Rhododendron, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 149 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 238mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat. 9/25 Sesame, Sunflower and Carrot Salad 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test

and it’s super healthy to eat

Kitchen Approved Sesame, Sunflower and Carrot Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is such a beautiful salad to serve because of the ingredients’ harmonizing colors. and it’s super healthy to eat. This versatile side salad goes with just about every main dish! —Jessica Gerschitz, Jericho, New York Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 283 calories, 21g fat (3g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 335mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 5g fiber), 6g protein. 10/25 Carrot and Kale Vegetable Saute 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Carrot

Bacon adds another layer of flavor and depth to this gorgeous side dish

and Kale Vegetable Saute Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Thanks to fresh veggie dishes like this one, I almost forget I’m wheat- and gluten-free. Bacon adds another layer of flavor and depth to this gorgeous side dish. —Darla Andrews, Schertz, Texas Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 101 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 251mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat, 1/2 starch. 11/25 French Lentil and Carrot Soup 11 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved

It’s crazy how just a few ingredients can make such a difference

Total Time 6 hours 30 min Servings 6 servings (2-1/4 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It’s crazy how just a few ingredients can make such a difference. Using finely chopped rotisserie chicken in this recipe makes it perfect for a busy weeknight meal, but you can leave it out if you prefer. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 338 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 738mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 7g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 vegetable. 12/25 Roasted Carrot Fries 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable

Total Time 20 min Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Turn carrot sticks into fun “fries” with a happier health profile by popping them in the oven and serving them fry-style. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 53 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 299mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable. 13/25 Edamame Corn Carrot Salad 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Edamame Corn Carrot Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe

My vegetarian and vegan friends are especially big fans

Creator: I came up with this easy salad while brainstorming light, protein-filled recipes. My vegetarian and vegan friends are especially big fans. —Maiah Miller, Monterey, California Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 111 calories, 5g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 135mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat. 14/25 Hummus & Veggie Wrap-Up 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Hummus & Veggie Wrap-Up Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I had a vegan wrap that was similar to this once

when I stopped at a diner while on a long and arduous walk

when I stopped at a diner while on a long and arduous walk. I enjoyed it so much that I modified it to my own taste and now have it for lunch on a regular basis. Everyone at work wants to know how to make it. —Michael Steffens, Indianapolis, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 1 wrap: 235 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 415mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 5g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat. 15/25 Fig-Carrot Stuffed Kabocha Squash Test Kitchen Approved Fig-Carrot Stuffed Kabocha Squash Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1

hour 10 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: While searching for a new winter squash variety, I stumbled upon kabocha squash—it really wowed me. The flavor and texture are both rich and beautiful, and this recipe, which I improvised, really suits the squash well. —Caitlin Stephens-North, Malden, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed wedge: 299 calories, 11g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 489mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 13g fiber), 5g protein. 16/25 Sweet Potato Carrot Crisp Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe

Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat

Creator: Sweet potatoes take a different twist in this whipped side dish that pairs them with carrots. It’s subtly sweet and has just a hint of garlic, while the nut and crumb topping adds a fun crunch to any holiday meal. Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 116 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 213mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. 17/25 Carrot Zucchini Bread 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Zucchini Carrot Bread Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 2 loaves (12 pieces each) Go to

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