Carrot

A classic staple and side dish for many recipes, carrots can be used in a wide range of dishes. Below are some of the most popular ways to use this wonderful veggie:
● Nutrient-dense salad mix-in (raw, shredded)
● Coleslaw ingredient (raw, shredded)
● Soup base (boiled, pureed)
● Afternoon snack (raw, with creamy onion or ranch dip)
● Healthy appetizer (raw, with dip)
● Fiber-full ingredient in baked goods, such as cakes, muffins, and breads (raw)
● Delicious glazed side dish (roasted, with brown sugar)
● Savory side for chicken or fish (roasted or boiled, with butter and salt)
● Vitamin A-packed ingredient for smoothies (juiced)
● Earthy flavor addition in stew (boiled)
● Bright stir-fry add-in (fried)
● Crunchy wrap addition (shredded)

Carrots aren’t only tasty and versatile, they are great for your health as well. Below are some of the scientifically proven benefits of adding carrots to your diet:
● Repair skin
● Decrease inflammation
● Promote weight loss
● Encourage healthy digestion
● Cultivate good gut bacteria
● Lower cholesterol
● Preserve eye health
● Fight cancer, including leukemia and lung cancer
● Lower risk of heart disease
● Decrease blood pressure
● Moderate blood sugar
● Boost immune system
● Clean teeth and gums when eaten raw