Microwave Carrots

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Easy Microwaved Carrots taste delicious and are full of sweet flavor that’s loved by kids and adults alike. Carrots are such a versatile side dish, and I make them on the regular to serve with meat, fish, or other mains. And they’re also great to serve with pasta, in salads, and more.

You can steam carrots in the microwave extremely easily and serve them all year round. It is such a simple dish and truly great for weeknight dinners, as a healthy snack, In the summer and winter, but equally in festive times like Thanksgiving, Easter, and Christmas.

This guide on cooking carrots in the microwave will have you enjoying naturally sweet cooked carrots with every meal, all year long. 

If you love carrots, then you’ll want to try my Steamed Carrots recipe and learn How to Boil Carrots. For even more microwave vegetables, head over to the Microwave Broccoli post and Microwave Corn on the Cob post.

Why Make This Recipe

• Fast – ready to serve in less than 10 minutes.
• Feed a Crowd – easily double or even triple this recipe.
• Healthy – carrots are loaded with vitamin C, Vitamin K, beta carotene, and potassium.
• Diet–Friendly – gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, plant-based, Paleo, Low Carb, Keto, Whole30, and dairy free.

Ingredient Notes

• Fresh raw carrots – this recipe starts with whole carrots that you slice up. I like to use slightly large carrots that are easy to hold their shape.
• Water – add to the microwave-safe dish for cooking.
• Optional flavoring – there are so many ways to flavor these; just check out the ideas further below.

Ready to learn about microwaving carrots? Gather your ingredients, and I will show you…

How To Steam Carrots In Microwave

Get the complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.

1. Wash carrots and then pat dry with paper towel or a clean kitchen towel.
2. Use a sharp knife, peel, and then slice the carrots into about half-inch slices.
3. Pour a quarter cup of water into a microwave-safe bowl, then add sliced carrots.
4. Cover the dish with plastic wrap, making sure to leave a small space on the edge for steam to escape.
5. Cook carrots on high for 3 minutes before testing for doneness.
6. Continue cooking as needed in 30-45 seconds intervals until cooked through and to your desired tenderness.
7. When done, let them stand for a couple of minutes before draining and adding any extra flavorings.

Pro Tips

• Start with fresh carrots for the best flavor. 
• Cut into even-sized pieces so they cook evenly. 
• Choose a microwave safe container that will hold all of your sliced vegetables without overflowing. 
• Don’t use too much water. A quarter of a cup is truly all you will need. 
• Don’t like plastic wrap? Cover the dish with a microwave-safe plate instead. 
• Start checking for doneness after 3 minutes, and watch closely till they reach your desired doneness. Be careful not to overcook.
• If you want to serve your carrots in the bowl you used for steaming, be sure to drain out the excess water before seasoning. 
• Make sure to carefully remove the steamed vegetables from the microwave with oven mitts or dishcloth as the bowl will be quite hot.

Microwave Carrots Flavor Ideas

Try adding these flavorings to your microwave carrots;

• Melted butter or olive oil
• Maple syrup
• Salt and pepper
• Fresh minced herbs
• Garlic salt or garlic powder
• Brown sugar or coconut sugar, or cinnamon sugar
• red pepper flakes
• Ranch seasoning or Greek seasoning
• Cinnamon or nutmeg

Prep Ahead And Storage

• Prep Ahead – You can wash, dry, and then store your carrots until ready to peel, slice and microwave.  
• Store – Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container or a dish covered with plastic wrap inside the fridge for up to 4 days. 
• Freeze – We don’t recommend refreezing as the texture may become mushy. 
• Reheat – In the microwave until heated through.

FAQs

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• Easy Glazed Instant Pot Carrots.
• Air Fryer Carrot Fries.
• Roasted Frozen Brussel Sprouts.
• Instant Pot Brussel Sprouts.
• Oven Roasted Frozen Brussel Sprouts.
• How To Steam Broccoli in Microwave.
• How to Boil Broccoli.
• How To Steam Broccoli In Microwave.
• Roasted Frozen Broccoli.
• Frozen Corn on the Cob in Air Fryer.
• Air Fryer Corn on the Cob.
• Frozen Corn On The Cob Air Fryer.
• How To Cook Canned Corn.
• How To Cook Frozen Corn On The Cob.

Weight Watchers Points

There are 0 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.

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