Basil Butter Carrots

Elevate your side dish game with these irresistible Basil Butter Carrots—tender, sweet carrots tossed in a luscious garlic-infused butter and finished with a sprinkle of fresh basil. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it a perfect addition to weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. A simple combination of fresh ingredients, such as aromatic garlic and bright, herbaceous basil, transforms ordinary carrots into a vibrant, flavorful side dish that's sure to impress. Whether served alongside roasted meats, grilled fish, or a vegetarian spread, these buttery carrots strike the perfect balance of comfort and sophistication.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams carrots
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 10 pieces fresh basil leaves
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Peel the carrots and slice them into even-sized sticks or rounds, about 1/4 inch thick for uniform cooking.

Step 2

Finely chop the basil leaves and set aside. Mince the garlic clove finely.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, add water and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the carrots and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they are fork-tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside.

Step 4

In the same saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 5

Add the cooked carrots to the saucepan and toss to coat them evenly in the garlic-butter mixture.

Step 6

Sprinkle the chopped fresh basil over the carrots, and season with salt and black pepper. Toss everything together until the carrots are well coated and heated through, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Transfer the Basil Butter Carrots to a serving bowl and serve immediately. Enjoy them warm as a delightful side dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	793.6 grams (793.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	519

Total Fat 37.30g	48%
Saturated Fat 21.20g	106%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 93mg	31%
Sodium 1539mg	67%
Total Carbohydrate 49.30g	18%
Dietary Fiber 14.40g	51%
Total Sugars 23.70g
Protein 5.40g	11%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 204mg	16%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 1648mg	35%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.5%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 35.6%