Black Carrot Speciality : It is winter season, there is a glut of carrots in the market at this time. Red fresh carrots are not only beneficial for health, but one waits for them throughout the year so that carrot halwa can be eaten. Many other types of sweets and dishes are also made. But have you ever eaten black carrots?

Black carrots are usually dark purple in color. Although its outside color is black or purple, its inside is usually orange or pale yellow. This carrot is found in some parts of North India and is grown in the winter season. It is called 'Black Carrot'‘ It is also called and it is known for its characteristics.

Nutrients and Health Benefits of Black Carrot

Black carrot is spicy in taste and rich in nutrients. Its consumption has many benefits for health. Black carrots may help improve heart health due to anthocyanins and other antioxidants. It is helpful in controlling blood pressure and keeping the heart arteries healthy. Additionally, its antioxidants slow down the aging process of the skin. Consuming black carrots helps in cleansing the stomach and strengthening digestion, as it contains good amount of fiber. Along with this, it is rich in important nutrients like Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Folic Acid, Potassium, and Iron.

Black carrot is mainly found in North India. Apart from UP, Haryana, Punjab, it is also found in areas like Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, and Rajasthan. Black carrot halwa is also very tasty. Along with this, it is used in a variety of dishes like salad, soup, vegetable, pickle and raita.

Difference between black carrot and red carrot

1. Color and form

• Black Carrot: Black carrot is dark purple or black in color, and it is usually long and thin in shape.
• Red Carrot: Red carrot gets its name from its red colour. There are many types of its texture, thick, short, thin, long.

2. Taste

• The taste of black carrots is mildly spicy and astringent, while the taste of red carrots is sweet.
• The taste of black carrots is slightly different and some people like it more because of its different taste.

3. Nutrients

• Black carrots contain antioxidants called anthocyanins, which are beneficial for health and can help reduce inflammation in the body. Apart from this, it also contains a good amount of fiber, vitamin A, C and iron.
• Red carrots contain high amounts of beta-carotene, which is converted into vitamin A in the body and is very important for eye health.