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2.79 g · 10% DV target
A versatile root vegetable prized for its crisp texture and natural sweetness, the carrot serves as a foundational culinary aromatic and a premier source of provitamin A carotenoids.
Carrots are a primary source of beta-carotene (a pigment and precursor to vitamin A), which is well-established as essential for maintaining eye health and helping the eyes adjust to dim light .7
Regular consumption of vegetables like carrots is consistently linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease; individuals eating more than five servings of fruits and vegetables daily have approximately a 20% lower risk of coronary heart disease .48
Baby carrots are not a distinct botanical variety, but are regular carrots that have been peeled and cut into smaller uniform pieces for convenience .2
Limited but consistent evidence indicates that carrot flavors from a mother's diet can transfer to the amniotic fluid during pregnancy, which may increase a child's acceptance of the flavor during infancy .611
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
2.79 g · 10% DV target
5.64 g · 11% DV target
745 μg · 83% DV target
45.5 μg · 11% DV target
Seasonality has not been estimated for this ingredient yet.
Store in a breathable bag in the crisper drawer; remove green tops to prevent moisture loss.
Carrots have a very low carbon footprint and high water efficiency compared to other crops.
Carrots were originally cultivated in Central Asia for their aromatic leaves and seeds rather than their roots, and were predominantly purple or yellow until the 17th century.