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It’s summer which means that carrots are in season and will be the freshest and most flavourful at this very point in time! Related to the parsnip and perhaps surprisingly fennel and parsley, carrots are a vegetable that tend to go down well even amongst the fussiest of eaters. Why so? Probably due to its great versatility.
Don’t believe us? Well check out these 5 recipes that are assured to get you to grab some carrots on your next supermarket dash.
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Roast carrot, red lentil and orange soup
Full of flavour and packed with goodness, this soup from A Mummy Too, will no doubt be one which calls for seconds. The refreshing taste of carrots and oranges paired with the hearty texture of lentils make this a perfect balanced meal, for either breakfast, lunch or dinner.
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Carrot nut roast
Fancy giving your sunday dinner a little twist? Instead of your preferred roasted meat or poultry, why not try Amuse Your Bouche’s carrot nut roast! With rolled oats, cannellini beans and walnuts in the mix, enjoy the great texture of this carrots nut roast, with a delicious cheesey top.
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Mango and carrot smoothie
If you are looking for a way to boost your energy in these beautifully sunny summers morning then this Carrot and Mango smoothie is exactly what you need. Tin and Thyme’s orange kefir smoothie, which is not only tasty but is full of good things, assured to set you up well for the day and keep you going until lunchtime.
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Carrot and ginger cake
Now who doesn’t love carrot cake?! This next recipe from Emily’s Recipes and Reviews is for a carrot and ginger cake, with a coconut buttercream. We’re sure you’re already licking your lips at the mention of it. Perfect for elevenses or maybe even as an after school treat!
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Carrot and swede mash
Delight in the depth of flavour within your in season carrots and swede by roasting them before turning them into a hearty mash. Charlotte’s Lively Kitchen’s recipe is not only delicious but it is is two of your five a day. Not to mention it makes for the perfect accompaniment to a grilled chicken breast or steak.
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How do you like your carrots?