Instant Pot Carrot Recipe
Description
This Instant Pot carrot recipe is a quick and easy way to prepare carrots in just minutes. The carrots are cooked in the Instant Pot with a little bit of water, making them tender, sweet, and delicious. It's a great side dish for a variety of meals, or can be eaten on its own as a healthy snack. This recipe is vegan and gluten-free, so everyone can enjoy it!
Prep Time
The total prep time for this recipe is about 5 minutes. You'll need to wash and peel the carrots, and then add them to the Instant Pot with a little bit of water. Then, you'll need to set the timer and let the carrots cook.
Cook Time
The total cook time for this recipe is about 5 minutes. The Instant Pot will take about 5 minutes to come up to pressure, and then the carrots will cook in the Instant Pot for another 5 minutes. Once the timer goes off, you can release the pressure and the carrots will be ready to serve.
Ingredients
- 4 medium carrots, washed and peeled
- 1/2 cup water
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Place the carrots in the Instant Pot and add the water. Put the lid on the Instant Pot and make sure the valve is set to the "sealing" position.
2. Set the Instant Pot to "manual" and set the timer to 5 minutes. Once the timer goes off, you can release the pressure. The carrots should be tender and cooked through.
3. Carefully remove the carrots from the Instant Pot and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve the carrots warm.
Equipment
- Instant Pot
- Knife
- Cutting board
Notes
Be sure to use a non-metal utensil when stirring or serving the carrots, as metal can scratch the surface of the Instant Pot.
Nutrition: Per Serving
- Calories: 90
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 2g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 8g
Recipe Tips
If you want to add a bit of flavor to your carrots, try adding some herbs or spices to the Instant Pot before cooking. You could also add a tablespoon of butter or olive oil to give the carrots some richness.
If you want to make this recipe even faster, you can buy pre-cut and pre-washed carrots. You can find these in the produce section of most grocery stores.
Leftover carrots can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat the carrots in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
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