So, I'm slightly addicted to carrots. I admittedly go through a couple bags of carrots a week... I simply can't get myself to stop eating them. Not that I'm trying to cut back... carrots are full of good-for you nutrients that our bodies need for healthy functioning. Carrots contain iron, calcium, vitamin C, and beta-carotene (which turns in vitamin A), support immunity, are full of fiber, and happen to be very low in calories (one cup only amounts to 52 calories).
Carrots make a great snack to grab when you're on-the-go and are probably one of the easiest (and healthiest) party appetizers imaginable. Not satisfied with plain carrots? Grab a couple of teaspoons of either peanut butter, hummus, ranch dressing, or other type of dip to add onto them! If you're really not a fan of said orange veggies, consider adding them into a juice! Blended with a slew of other fruits and vegetables, their taste may not be as noticeable, or at the least you can down it quickly and get your nutrients. Below are some carrot juice and carrot-dipping recipes:
Juices:
Grapefruit, Carrot, and Ginger Juice
Vegetable Juice
Carrot-Apple Juice
Carrot-Mango Juice
Carrot Apple Juice with Fresh Basil
Dips:
Edamame and Feta Spread
French Onion Dip
Baked Artichoke and Spinach Dip
White Bean and Herb Hummus
... for another idea, try out some roasted carrot fries!
Next time you're in need of an easy, low-cal snack, consider crunching (or sipping) into some carrots!
~ P.S. ~
I'll be posting on Monday instead of Tuesday this upcoming week; I'll be making a day trip over to LA on Tuesday and don't expect to be return until late that evening. Don't forget to check back on Monday, and happy Easter to all who celebrate!
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