18 Creative Carrot Recipes That Go Way Beyond Roasting
Carrots may be a staple in soups and salads, but there’s so much more this vibrant veggie can do. From savory pancakes and creamy pastas to sweet treats you’d never expect, these carrot recipes are anything but ordinary. Whether you’re trying to eat healthier or just looking to shake up your dinner routine, this list will show you how versatile and delicious carrots can truly be. Get ready to see your favorite orange veggie in a whole new light!
Chicken Zucchini Casserole
Chicken Zucchini Casserole has juicy bits of chicken with zucchini baked in a creamy crunchy stuffing casserole fit for sharing. This potluck-perfect chicken stuffing casserole lives to be brought to anyone that needs some extra love. Make it ahead or eat it fresh, the leftovers reheat very well and the whole thing can be frozen for later. This easy casserole can also be doubled to feed even more people. There is everything to love about chicken zucchini casserole.
Lazy Sushi Bowls (a.k.a. Scattered Sushi)
Lazy Sushi Bowls (also known as Scattered Sushi). This is a riff on the honest-to-goodness, real-deal Chirashizushi (scattered sushi) that is served in various regions of Japan. Chirashizushi is loose sushi rice (cooked rice tossed with seasoned rice vinegar) in a bowl topped with seafood and garnishes. It’s a riff because most of the time, the real thing is served with sashimi (raw fish or seafood).
Baked Carrot Cake Oatmeal
This delicious Baked Carrot Cake Oatmeal is the perfect way to start the day. It has all the flavours of carrot cake but in a healthy form. The baked oatmeal is filled with grated carrot, ground cinnamon, maple syrup and sultanas/golden raisins for natural sweetness. It is so easy to make that it’s suitable for busy weekdays but also freezes well, so is ideal to have on hand.
Maple Orange Roasted Carrots
Maple Orange Roasted Carrots, with pure maple syrup, orange, and herbs, are an easy carrot side dish that is perfect for any dinner or holiday feast.
Chicken Noodle Casserole
Chicken Noodle Casserole is an easy comfort dish that takes just 30 minutes to whip up! All of your favorite elements of chicken noodle soup are mixed together and baked to perfection beneath a crunchy layer of buttery breadcrumbs.
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Pumpkin Carrot Cake
Pumpkin carrot cake is a classic fall dessert that combines the flavors of pumpkin and carrot in a moist and flavorful cake. This comforting cake is topped with cream cheese frosting, making it a perfect indulgence for your fall occasion.
Carrot Halwa
Carrot halwa is a classic sweet dish made with milk, carrots, sugar, and ghee. Also called gajar ka halwa in Hindi, this is a traditional North Indian and Pakistani dessert that is slow-cooked to perfection.
Thai Chicken Curry Recipe
Thai Chicken Curry with coconut milk and vegetables is a one-pot meal that is healthy, lusciously creamy and incredibly easy to make. This Thai Curry is made with thin slices of chicken, red curry paste, fresh herbs and lots of veggies that can be customized to your taste!
The Best Low Carb Coleslaw Recipe
Looking for the best coleslaw recipe? This low carb coleslaw recipe has a crunchy texture and has the perfect amount of dressing. Originally called Copycat Coleslaw recipe because it mimics the tastes you love from your favorite restaurants only made with healthier, real food ingredients.
Cucumber Sushi Roll
These gluten-free cucumber sushi rolls are so easy to make and they are such a colorful and pretty appetizer. Filled with fresh veggies and a seasoned cream cheese.
Creamy Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup
This Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup is hearty, creamy and delicious. Loaded with ham, potatoes and veggies in a rich and tasty broth . This easy crock pot soup recipe is pure comfort food!
Homemade Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe
Looking for an easy soup recipe that you can enjoy all year round? This Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup is flavorful and SO easy to make!
Mini Carrot Cake Cupcakes {with Lemon Curd Filling}
These moist and spicy mini carrot cake cupcakes are the perfect bites with the addition of tart lemon curd and creamy cream cheese frosting!
OVERNIGHT OATS WITH CARROT
The natural sweetness of carrots makes this bircher muesli (The Swiss version of the original overnight oats) with carrot a quick, easy and delicious breakfast that’s ready when you are in the morning; an added advantage, you start the day with an extra portion of vegetables!
Sheet Pan Balsamic Chicken And Veggies
This Paleo Sheet Pan Balsamic Chicken and Veggies recipe is a delicious weeknight dinner! Done in under 30 minutes, healthy, gluten free & so easy to make! This baked balsamic chicken and potatoes will without a doubt become a favorite it your house!
Chicken and Dumpling Soup
Chicken and Dumpling Soup is the ultimate comfort food to make on a cold night. I’ve also included the best tips to make this family favorite, simple recipe even quicker. This southern chicken dish is sure to be a comforting meal for the whole family.
Carrot Banana Bread
Carrot banana bread made with fresh shredded carrots, pecans, and ripe bananas. Mix everything together and bake in the oven.
Carrot Cake Pancakes
These carrot cake pancakes are vegan, refined-sugar free, and made with pantry staples – they taste like carrot cake, and they’re perfect for Easter brunch!
