The BALSAMIC VINEGAR CARROTS are a side dish that is very easy, quick to prepare, economical and tasty. Perfect for accompanying both meat and fish main courses, they are extremely enjoyable both for their lightness and for their flavor, which complements many different foods.
Despite the simplicity of the dish, there is actually a complex harmony of flavors that makes it truly pleasant: the sweetness of the carrots, the intense aromas of the herbs and the sharp, pleasant acidity given by the balsamic vinegar that completes everything perfectly. In a few minutes, without any difficulty and following the photo-recipe below, you’ll have a side dish so good that, as happened to me, guests might ask for seconds.
After all, they are just carrots — healthy and light…
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very inexpensive
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 4 servings
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 1.3 lb carrots
- to taste extra virgin olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste water
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- aromatic herbs (rosemary, thyme, marjoram, sage)
Tools
- 1 Grater for vegetables
- 1 Pan
Steps
Preparing the BALSAMIC VINEGAR CARROTS is a real breeze.
Peel the carrots and, using a vegetable slicer, cut them on a diagonal. If you don’t have a slicer you can comfortably use a knife—try to cut the carrots to the same thickness so they cook evenly.
Place a drizzle of oil in a pan and heat it.
Add the carrots and let them cook over low heat for 5 minutes.
Then season with salt, add about half a glass of water (about 1/2 cup), cover with a lid and continue cooking for another 10 minutes.
Once the water has evaporated, deglaze with the balsamic vinegar, add the aromatic herbs and reduce slightly. The carrots should be cooked but remain crisp.
Once your balsamic vinegar carrots are ready, plate them and enjoy them hot.
STORAGE
Balsamic vinegar carrots keep perfectly in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container or covered with plastic wrap.
TIP
If you want to make your balsamic vinegar carrots even more appetizing, you can add toasted sesame seeds once the heat is off; they will give a pleasant crunchy touch.
