You’re probably aware of the many health benefits of carrots but what you don’t know is that there are several ways of enjoying carrots other than eating them as a snack. Here are some sensational ways to take carrots beyond snacking to a delicious treat that you will crave for in seconds.

• Roasted carrots

There are several ways to make roasted carrots. For instance, you could just roast your carrots with olive oil, salt and pepper and then bake until they are golden on the edges. Alternatively, you can try the spicy roasted carrot recipe using chili powder or just roast your carrots in a simple honey-butter sauce.

• Glazed carrots

Another excellent way is to have your carrots glazed with a butter and brown sugar glaze so you end up with an outrageously delicious side dish. It is easy to prepare and you can serve the carrots with a harm or pork dinner or add them to the menu at special occasions.

• Shaved carrots

A shaved carrots dish is great for any occasion and in any season. You will need to shave the carrots with vegetable peeler into paper-thin ribbons so you can add lemon juice and oil as well as other ingredients.

• Suateed carrots

This is another famous way to bring out the natural sweetness of carrots and it only takes 20 minutes. The simplest way to prepare it is to first boil the carrots till they’re tender and then sautéing them with shallots and fresh thyme.

• Candied carrots

If you want to take the sweetness of carrots up another notch, the candied treatment can help make that possible. The carrots are sliced and glazed in a brown sugar and buttered glaze and then simmered until tender.

• Shredded carrots

Using shredded carrots in making coleslaw instead of just cabbage can make them even more delectable. Toss together a pound of shredded carrots, bacon and spices and you will have a side dish that will quickly become your family’s favorite.

In all, the above methods are some of the fantastic ways to prepare a delectable, finger-licking dish from carrots.