Carrot Ribbons in Rosemary Butter Sauce
Elevate your meals with the delightful Carrot Ribbons in Rosemary Butter Sauce. This quick and easy side dish features vibrant, tender carrot ribbons coated in a fragrant rosemary butter sauce, creating an irresistible balance of flavors. Perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a weeknight family meal, this recipe caters to various dietary preferences. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal cooking time, you can impress your guests with an elegant yet healthy dish that’s packed with nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 large straight carrots (about 2 cups of ribbons)
- 1 Tbsp ghee or butter
- 1/2 tsp fresh rosemary, minced (or 1/4 tsp dried)
- 1/2 tsp fresh parsley, minced (or 1/4 tsp dried)
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Wash the carrots thoroughly and use a vegetable peeler to create long ribbons by peeling along the length of each carrot. Rotate until too thin to peel.
- Bring 1 inch of water to a boil in a saucepan. Place carrot ribbons in a steamer basket or metal colander over the boiling water and cover. Steam for about 3 minutes until crisp-tender.
- In a small bowl, combine ghee or butter, minced rosemary, minced parsley, and salt. Add the steamed carrot ribbons and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg