Description
A carrot is a root vegetable, typically orange in color, though purple, red, yellow, and white varieties also exist. It has a crisp texture when fresh and a sweet, earthy flavor. Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, fiber, vitamin K1, potassium, and antioxidants. They are commonly eaten raw, cooked, or juiced and are used in a wide variety of culinary dishes around the world. Carrots grow underground, with green, feathery leaves sprouting above the surface.