Cracking Carrots

Carrots are a root vegetable that comes in many colours and shapes. Orange carrots were first developed in Central Europe around the 15^th or 16^th century. Other colours include purple, yellow, red and white and they all slightly vary in taste and can add a brilliant pop of colour to any dish.

• Purple carrots have a sweet flavour that is sometimes accompanied by a peppery taste. They are great to eat raw as a snack, in a salad or in pickles.
• Red carrots don’t differ that much from orange carrots in terms of taste but their lovely red colour comes from the same antioxidant that is found in tomatoes.
• White or yellow carrots have a mild flavour and are typically a lot sweeter. They are really tasty when roasted.

Orange carrots are rich in beta-carotene, our bodies convert beta-carotene into vitamin A helping with our eyesight. So kids, eating your carrots really does help you see better!

No peeling – Carrot peel contains about half the antioxidants so instead of peeling, wash them thoroughly with a scrub brush.

Grab some Bromham bunched carrots and get cooking.

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Moroccan spiced carrot hummus

This hummus is so addicting, both in flavour and in colour — bright orange! The Moroccan spices add such a lovely dimension, too. It’s great for snacking, you can serve with matchstick veggies, crackers or toasted flatbread.

Source: The Kitchn, find the recipe here

Summer Carrot Ribbon Salad

A colourful, crunchy, light and healthy summer salad using the freshest produce of the season! Use different colour carrots to make it a treat for the eyes.

Source: Proud Italian Cook, find the recipe here

Carrot, Cumin & Barley Summer Stew

This barley stew is perfect for the colder summer days. Refreshing, wholesome and yet luxurious.

Source: BBC, find the recipe here

Carrot Tart with Goat Cheese, Lemon and Mint

Eat as a meal with a salad or slice into petite wedges for a grab-and-go party or picnic.

Source: Midwest Living, find the recipe here

Ultimate Carrot Cake

This carrot cake recipe uses pecan nuts for crunch and flavour, with a lovely warmth coming through in the cinnamon and ginger spices. It’s topped with cream cheese frosting and decorated with a crown of orange zest.

 

Recipe source: Delicious magazine, find the recipe here