Tag: Carrot skins

According to scientists at Tufts University's Antioxidants Research Laboratory, carrots are perfectly safe to eat unpeeled, and the peels actually contain higher concentrations of some key nutrients. This raises the question for many home cooks: are carrot skins safe to eat, or is peeling a necessary step in preparation?

According to research published in the International Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemical Research, carrot peels are packed with antioxidants, dietary fiber, and essential vitamins. But beyond the added nutrition, what happens if I don't peel my carrots? Many cooks and home chefs are surprised to find that skipping the peeler is often a matter of preference, not necessity.