Ingredients

¼cuppine nuts

6carrots,(about 1 lb)

¼tsplemon juice

¼tspsalt

1½tbspolive oil

2tbspbasil leaves,thin, sliced

Preparation

In a small frying pan, toast the pine nuts over moderately low heat, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes, until golden brown. Or toast the pine nuts in a 350 degrees F oven for 5 to 10 minutes. Let cool.

In a large pot of boiling water, cook the carrots for just 30 seconds.

Drain the carrots, rinse with cold water, and drain thoroughly.

Toss the carrots with the lemon juice, salt, oil, pine nuts, and basil.

Serve and enjoy!