Carrot Ribbons in Rosemary Butter Sauce
Carrot ribbons in rosemary butter sauce are a vibrant and flavorful side dish that brings a touch of elegance to any meal. This quick and easy recipe highlights the natural sweetness of fresh carrots while infusing them with the aromatic essence of rosemary. Perfect for family dinners or special gatherings, these delightful carrot ribbons are not only visually appealing but also healthy and versatile. Serve them alongside grilled chicken, atop fresh salads, or as a colorful garnishing for your favorite main dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 large carrots (about 2 cups of ribbons)
- 1 Tbsp ghee or butter
- 1/2 tsp fresh rosemary, minced
- 1/2 tsp fresh parsley, minced
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Wash the carrots thoroughly and lay them flat on a cutting board.
- Use a vegetable peeler to peel thin ribbons from each carrot, rotating as needed until too thin to peel.
- Fill a saucepan with 1 inch of water and bring it to a boil. Place the carrot ribbons in a steamer basket over the boiling water, cover, and steam for about 3 minutes until crisp-tender.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ghee or butter with minced rosemary, parsley, and salt. Add the steamed carrot ribbons and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg