Lo-Cal Carrot Nibbles Recipe

Name: Lo-Cal Carrot Nibbles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. carrots, pared; 1 Tbsp. onion, chopped; 1/3 c. vinegar; 1/2 tsp. dry mustard; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 Tbsp. pickling spice, tied in cheesecloth bag; 1 Tbsp. salad oil; 1 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/3 tsp. pepper; 1 onion, sliced and separated into rings

Servings: persons

1
Cut carrots into 3-inch long and 1/4-inch wide strips.
2
Saute garlic and chopped onion in oil over low heat until soft.
3
Stir in vinegar, salt, mustard and pepper.
4
Add spice bag; bring to a boil.
5
Add carrot strips; cover and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6
Carrots should remain crisp and crunchy.
7
Discard spice bag.
8
Transfer carrot mixture to shallow dish.
9
Top with layer of onion rings.
10
Cover and refrigerate until needed, basting occasionally.
11
The longer they marinate, the better.
12
Onions are tasty, too.

114

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. carrots, pared, 1 Tbsp. onion, chopped, 1/3 c. vinegar, 1/2 tsp. dry mustard, and more.

Yes, Lo-Cal Carrot Nibbles falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lo-Cal Carrot Nibbles

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Variations & substitutions

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