Carrots and Broccoli with Horseradish

Brighten up your side dish repertoire with this zesty recipe for Carrots and Broccoli with Horseradish! Featuring tender-crisp blanched vegetables tossed in a bold yet balanced horseradish dressing, this dish is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures. A touch of honey and lemon juice lends a subtle sweetness and tang, perfectly complementing the kick from prepared horseradish, while the olive oil ensures every bite is silky smooth. Ready in just 20 minutes, this vibrant combination is as nutritious as it is delicious, making it a perfect choice for a quick weeknight side or a refreshing addition to your holiday spread. Serve it warm or chilled—it’s equally irresistible either way!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium carrots
• 1 head broccoli
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons prepared horseradish
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Peel and slice the carrots into thin rounds.

Step 2

Cut the broccoli into small florets, discarding the tough stalks.

Step 3

Fill a medium pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add a pinch of salt.

Step 4

Blanch the carrots in the boiling water for 2 minutes, then add the broccoli and continue blanching for another 2 minutes.

Step 5

Drain the vegetables and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to halt the cooking process. After a minute, drain and pat the vegetables dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, prepared horseradish, lemon juice, honey, salt, black pepper, and water until well combined.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, toss the carrots and broccoli with the horseradish dressing until evenly coated.

Step 8

Transfer the vegetables to a serving dish and serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving for a chilled option.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(671.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	630.0

Total Fat 42.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.0g
Cholesterol 12mg	0%
Sodium 2013.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 25.1g
Protein 10.9g	0%

Vitamin D 1.9IU	0%
Calcium 239.8mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 1827.0mg	0%

*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: 59.1%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 34.0%