You eat carrots regularly — but how much do you know about them?
Although they can be grown year-round, all root vegetables
thrive during the Winter season, protected from cooler
temperatures by the earth. Carrots are known for their vibrant
orange color, but there are also purple, red, yellow, and white
varieties — mostly grown as novelty crops. The root itself is
crunchy and sweet, while the leafy greens tend to be on the
bitter side. To learn more about carrots and discover new
dishes, just keep reading. So how do you choose which carrot is
best? The root should be firm, smooth, more or less straight,
and bright in color — a deeper orange means that more beta-
carotene is present. If the greens are still attached, they
should be bold and fresh; avoid any carrots with dry, wilted
greens. Carrots are packed with nutrients, particularly vitamin
A, which is notoriously good for vision. The benefits don't stop
there, though, because this common root vegetable is also rich
in other vitamins and antioxidants. Alth