Microwave carrots are one of the quickest and easiest ways to add some veggies to your plate. The bright and sweet combo of steamed carrots with a tab of butter and sprinkle of salt and fresh ground pepper is total comfort food and absolutely worth the (extremely minimal) prep.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5minutes
Cook Time 3minutes
Resting Time 1minute
Total Time 9minutes
Servings 1serving
Calories 111kcal
Author Tracy
Ingredients
2medium carrotspeeled and chopped 1/2-inch
2tablespoonswater
1/2tablespoonsalted butter
Salt and pepper
Instructions
Place carrots and water in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Top with a microwave-safe plate and microwave for 3 minutes. Allow to sit for 1 minute. Very carefully remove plate (steam will be hot!) check carrots for doneness, and if necessary cook for 1 minute more with 1 minute rest.
Drain excess water and add butter. Toss until butter is melted and carrots are coated. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Serve and enjoy!