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Fourth of July Sides: Basil Carrots

Need a simple, farm-fresh side for your Fourth of July meal? This easy dish combines only two main ingredients for maximum flavor.

· By Heidi Potter
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Carrots are in season and so is basil. Keep your sides simple on your July 4th buffet by combining just these two farm-fresh ingredients for maximum flavor. This side goes perfectly with grilled meats or even fried chicken.
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Basil Carrots

Junior League of Louisville Cookbook
These basil carrots are simple, yet incredibly flavorful! They make the perfect healthy side dish.
4.75 from 8 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer or Side, Side
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 35 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound carrots peeled and sliced, or 1 pound baby carrots
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
  • Dash of pepper

Instructions
 

  • Cook the carrots in a saucepan of boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes or until tender-crisp; drain. Remove to a serving bowl.
  • Whisk the melted butter, lemon juice, and garlic salt in a bowl.
  • Drizzle over the carrots.
  • Sprinkle with the basil and pepper.
  • Note: This is a perfect side dish for pork tenderloin or chicken.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 35kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 251mgPotassium: 251mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 12639IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Carrots
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Heidi Potter

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