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Baby Bunch Carrots

Fruit

Description
Cute baby bunched carrots are about two to three inches long and offer a sweeter and more tender texture than regular carrots. Their green tops are usually still attached.

Grow Region
California

Storage Temperature
Packed with flavor, baby carrots are a healthy snack. Use as an attractive colorful edible garnish. Grate over salads for flavor and color. For an easy appetizer, serve whole with dip or salad dressing. Tasty and impressive, precook one-pound washed baby carrots in boiling salted water until tender but firm. Melt one-fourth cup unsalted butter with one-fourth cup Marsala wine; cook until bubbly. Add carrots; cook over high heat until mixture thickens and carrots are well coated, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with roasted or grilled meats. Carrots love to be enhanced with parsley, basil, ginger, mint and chives. To store, cut off greens to prevent moisture loss; place in plastic bag; refrigerate.

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Seasons/Availability
Baby Bunch Carrots are available year round with a peak season in October and April.

Nutritional Facts

Low in sodium and calories, three ounces of carrots contain about 43 calories and are a great source of vitamin A and potassium. Eating five daily servings of fruits and vegetables lowers the chances of cancer. A recent study found that eating nine or ten daily servings of fruits and vegetables, combined with three servings of low-fat dairy products, were effective in lowering blood pressure.