Carrot Ribbons in Rosemary Butter Sauce
Elevate your vegetable game with this delightful recipe for Carrot Ribbons in Rosemary Butter Sauce. This elegant side dish is quick to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. The vibrant ribbons of fresh carrots are lightly steamed and tossed in a fragrant sauce made with ghee, rosemary, and parsley. Not only do they offer a burst of color on your plate, but they also deliver a sweet and savory flavor profile that pairs beautifully with a variety of main courses.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 large carrots
- 1 tablespoon ghee or butter
- ½ teaspoon fresh rosemary (or ¼ teaspoon dried)
- ½ teaspoon fresh parsley (or ¼ teaspoon dried)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Wash and peel the carrots into long ribbons using a vegetable peeler.
- Bring water to a boil in a saucepan and place carrot ribbons in a steamer basket over the boiling water.
- Steam for about 3 minutes until crisp-tender.
- In a small bowl, mix ghee with minced rosemary, parsley, and salt.
- Toss the steamed carrot ribbons in the rosemary butter sauce and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 130g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg