Dairy-Free Sauteed Carrots

Brighten up your dinner table with these vibrant and flavorful Dairy-Free Sautéed Carrots, a quick and healthy side dish perfect for any occasion. Tender slices of carrots are gently cooked in fragrant olive oil infused with minced garlic, fresh thyme, and a touch of zesty lemon juice for an irresistible combination of earthy and citrusy flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish, this easy recipe is naturally dairy-free and vegan, making it a versatile crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grain bowls, or plant-based mains. With its golden caramelization and fragrant herbal notes, this dish is a deliciously simple way to elevate your everyday meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams carrots
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves finely.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 5

Add the sliced carrots to the skillet, stirring to coat evenly with the garlic oil.

Step 6

Sprinkle the fresh thyme over the carrots, followed by salt and black pepper. Stir well.

Step 7

Cover the skillet with a lid to steam the carrots lightly while they sauté, ensuring they remain tender.

Step 8

Stir every couple of minutes. Continue cooking until the carrots are tender and start to caramelize, about 10-12 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the lid for the last few minutes of cooking to allow excess moisture to evaporate and help the carrots develop a nice glaze.

Step 10

Once the carrots are cooked to your desired tenderness, remove them from the heat and drizzle with lemon juice.

Step 11

Toss the carrots to distribute the lemon juice evenly and adjust seasoning to taste, if necessary.

Step 12

Serve immediately as a delightful side dish that complements both simple and elaborate meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(553.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	471.2

Total Fat 29.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1527.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g	0%
Total Sugars 24.1g
Protein 5.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 180.8mg	0%
Iron 2.0mg	0%
Potassium 1648.7mg	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: 53.8%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 42.0%