Carrots strengthen bones, joints and muscles, as they contain a high percentage of vitamin D, and they strengthen the body structure and vision.
Nutritional value per (100 grams)
Dietary energy: 41 kJDietary fiber: 2.8 gCarbohydrates: 9.58 gSugar: 4.74 gTotal protein: 0.93 g
Usage:
Carrots have many uses, as you can use them in cooked, raw, sweet and savory recipes. You can use fresh raw carrots as a snack, dipped in hummus, grated in salads, as a healthy juice or as baby food. You can also make pickles from carrots. The following items pair well with carrots: almonds, butter, cheddar and parmesan cheese, cinnamon, cream, ginger, parsley, potatoes, mushrooms, leeks, and tomatoes.
Storage:
Place carrots in a slightly open plastic bag to allow air, and store in the refrigerator drawer to preserve them for up to one month.