YOU'RE THROWING AWAY THE BEST PART!

Carrots -  we clean, peel, trim and toss the tops into the compost bin without a second thought.

Carrot tops look a bit like parsley and taste a bit like, well, bitter carrots (which may explain why they have taken so long to catch on). If you enjoy arugula, you will like the peppery bitterness they add to a salad.  Of you can blanch for a few seconds to calm the taste. Carrot tops are a nutritious add to soup or vegetable stock but the easiest way to enjoy the health benefits is to throw them in a morning smoothie. 

Whatever you do, don’t toss the nutrients!  Carrot tops are rich in protein, minerals and vitamins.  They have 6 times more vitamin C than the root and are loaded with potassium (which can help lower blood pressure and help prevent osteoporosis). They’re an excellent source of magnesium which promotes healthy blood pressure as well as strong bones and muscles, and has been noted to purify the blood, lymph nodes and adrenal glands.  They are also rich in vitamin K which is vital to bone health and lacking in the carrot itself.

Tip – The tops will continue to draw moisture away from the roots as they sit in your fridge so remove the tops and store them separately. Wrap a damp paper towel around them and they’ll store for a few days.