Carottes Nouvelles a La Francaise – French Carrots

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Carottes Nouvelles a La Francaise - French Carrots
in Vegetables

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 bunch green onion
1 firm-hearted lettuce
2 ounces butter
salt
2 bunches carrots
black pepper
sugar
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 tablespoon chopped chives

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
110
Sugar
5g
Fat
8g
Carottes Nouvelles a La Francaise or French Carrots is a classic French dish that is simple to make and perfect for a side dish. The dish is made with young carrots that are cooked until just tender and then glazed with butter. It is then topped with sautéed green onions and lettuce. The dish is a light and refreshing way to enjoy carrots and is perfect for serving at a dinner party or family gathering. The dish is vegetarian and low in calories which makes it an ideal choice for those looking to eat healthy and stay fit.

Instructions

1.Cut the green onion in 1 inch pieces. Chop off the greens of the lettuce and cut the heart into julienne strips. Cut the butter into small pieces.
2.Drop the carrots in a pot of boiling salted water. Boil until the carrots are just done. Drain and put back into the empty pot.
3.Add the butter. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of sugar, and stir over medium heat until the butter has melted and the carrots are glazed. Stir in the parsley. Turn into a hot serving dish.
4.In the same frying pan put the chopped onions and lettuce and stir rapidly over high heat until wilted. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and chives. Pile the mixture over the center of the carrots in the dish.

PROS

This is a classic French recipe that is easy to make and perfect for a side dish.
The carrots are cooked just enough to be tender but still have some crunch.
The butter glaze adds richness and flavor to the dish.
The green onions and lettuce give the dish added texture.

The dish is vegetarian and low calorie.

CONS

The dish is high in sodium due to the added salt and butter.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Carrots are high in Vitamin A which is important for healthy eyes and a strong immune system. Lettuce contains fiber which can help with digestion and can also help to reduce inflammation. Green onions contain antioxidants which can help to prevent cell damage and reduce the risk of certain cancers.

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