The carrot is one of the most cultivated vegetables in the world. Its consumption has spread widely, since at present it is available all the year round. A carrot is a root vegetable, usually orange colour with a woody texture. The skin is smooth, firm, Underneath the surface, the flesh generally matches the skin color and is dense, crisp, and slightly aqueous with a snap-like quality. Carrots are crunchy when raw with a sweet or bitter, earthy flavor, and the leaves are also edible with an herbaceous, parsley-like taste.
Nutritional Value
Carrots are an excellent source of vitamin A, which can help prevent vision loss, vitamin C to protect the body from sickness, and fiber to assist with digestion. The roots also contain some vitamin K, magnesium, calcium, folate, and potassium.
