Carrot Casserole

Carrot Casserole is a comforting baked dish where sliced or grated carrots are typically layered with a creamy sauce, cheese, and a crunchy topping like breadcrumbs or crackers. It's a popular side dish in American home cooking, especially during holidays, blending sweet and savory flavors.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally moderate in carbohydrates from the carrots and any added sugars, with a significant amount of fat from butter, cream, or cheese, and a modest amount of protein. It's a good source of vitamin A from the carrots and provides around 250-350 calories per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	450 mg
Vitamin A	450 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	8 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Potassium	380 mg
Vitamin K	12 mcg
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg
Manganese	0.3 mg

Per 1 cup (220 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Nutritionally, it's a clever way to make carrots appealing to a wide audience by pairing their natural sweetness with rich, savory elements. Culturally, it represents classic American 'comfort food' potluck fare, transforming a simple vegetable into a hearty, shareable dish.