carrot 🥕

origin:

carrots presumably originated in persia in the 11th century where they were grown for their leaves and seeds. they are part of the umbellifer family apiaceae that also holds celery, anise, parsnip, coriander, cumin, dill, fennel and some more. while orange carrots are the most popular and available ones in europe, it is believed that the first carrots that were eaten, were purple and yellow as they are the first ones to be described in delivered notes and documents from the past.

properties:

100 grams of carrots consists of around 88% water and holds around 41 calories, 9.6 grams of protein, 0.9 grams of protein, only 0.2 grams of fat and 2.8 grams of fibre. carrots also have a high amount of sugar but this does not make them less healthy when they are consumed as a whole food and deliver their fibre, water, minerals and vitamins to the body as well. for vitamins and minerals, carrots contain the most of vitamin a, k and b6, biotin and potassium.

benefits:

carrots have been linked to a reduced risk in cancer and promote weight loss and a lower blood cholesterol. their high amounts of vitamin a, lutein and beta carotene also promote a healthy eyesight and prevent age related sight loss or troubles with night vision. carrots are also high in antioxidants. 

use:

carrots are best eaten cooked as this enhances their vitamin and mineral content. however also raw, carrots are true power plants. they work great in asian stir frys, in dutch one pots or soups, or on their own, baked in the oven with some sea salt and rosemary. carrots go well with zucchini, potatoes, onion, green leafy vegetables and parsley. in salads they pair nicely with corn and purple cabbage.

looking for more? just come by and visit our vegan restaurants in the city centre of groningen and hamburg. we offer fresh, healthy, and delicious vegan bowls, salads and juices (containing a lot of fresh carrots) for pickup and delivery!