Lemony Carrot-Walnut Bread

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
13%
Lemony Carrot-Walnut Bread
160 min.
16
202kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Lemony Carrot-Walnut Bread! This scrumptious recipe is perfect for those who appreciate the vibrant flavors of fresh ingredients while adhering to a vegetarian and dairy-free lifestyle. Imagine the warm aroma of freshly baked bread wafting through your kitchen, inviting everyone to gather around and indulge in a slice of this wholesome treat.

What sets this bread apart is its unique combination of sweet and tangy flavors, thanks to the zesty lemon juice and fragrant lemon peel. The addition of tender, sliced carrots not only adds moisture but also infuses the bread with a subtle sweetness that perfectly complements the crunchy walnuts. Each bite is a delightful balance of textures and tastes, making it an ideal choice for breakfast, a snack, or even a light dessert.

With a preparation time of just 160 minutes, you’ll find that this recipe is both manageable and rewarding. The use of fiber-rich bran cereal elevates the nutritional profile, ensuring that you’re not just treating your taste buds but also nourishing your body. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or simply to enjoy at home, this Lemony Carrot-Walnut Bread is sure to impress family and friends alike. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a delicious masterpiece that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups all-bran cereal 
  • 14.5 oz carrots drained sliced canned
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  •  eggs 
  • 2.7 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • teaspoons pumpkin pie spice 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup walnut pieces chopped

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • loaf pan
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • ziploc bags
  • rolling pin
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom only of 9x5-inch loaf pan with shortening or cooking spray.
  2. Place cereal in resealable food-storage plastic bag; seal bag and crush with rolling pin or meat mallet (or crush in food processor). Set aside.
  3. In large bowl, mash carrots with fork. With electric mixer on low speed, beat in reserved carrot liquid, lemon peel, lemon juice, oil and eggs until blended.
  4. Beat in flour, sugar, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda and salt until blended. Stir in crushed cereal and walnuts. Spoon batter into pan.
  5. Bake about 1 hour 10 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 15 minutes; remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour, before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Calories202kcal
Protein8.32%
Fat29.3%
Carbs62.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.79
Glycemic Load
20.21
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
16.76086968961%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.1mg
Eriodictyol
0.25mg
Hesperetin
0.74mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:201.7kcal
10.09%
Fat:6.94g
10.67%
Saturated Fat:1.04g
6.49%
Carbohydrates:33.23g
11.08%
Net Carbohydrates:29.94g
10.89%
Sugar:11.81g
13.12%
Cholesterol:20.46mg
6.82%
Sodium:164.84mg
7.17%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.44g
8.87%
Vitamin A:4425.06IU
88.5%
Manganese:0.78mg
38.83%
Vitamin B6:0.77mg
38.73%
Folate:126.41µg
31.6%
Vitamin B1:0.33mg
21.92%
Vitamin B12:1.14µg
19.03%
Vitamin B2:0.31mg
18.17%
Selenium:9.59µg
13.7%
Phosphorus:133.55mg
13.35%
Iron:2.38mg
13.25%
Fiber:3.3g
13.19%
Vitamin B3:2.4mg
11.99%
Vitamin K:10.21µg
9.72%
Magnesium:35.94mg
8.99%
Copper:0.17mg
8.35%
Zinc:1.12mg
7.48%
Calcium:72.55mg
7.26%
Vitamin C:4.91mg
5.95%
Potassium:194.9mg
5.57%
Vitamin E:0.63mg
4.17%
Vitamin B5:0.34mg
3.35%
Vitamin D:0.36µg
2.4%