Carrots (1 Cup, Chopped) and Boiled Egg (1 Large)

Keep the carrot portion modest and pair it with extra protein or healthy fat, such as another boiled egg, plain Greek yogurt, or a small handful of nuts.

Choose whole, lightly cooked carrots rather than mashed, puréed, or juiced carrots, and avoid sweet sauces or glazes.

Add non-starchy vegetables to the meal, such as broccoli, spinach, cucumber, leafy greens, or bell peppers, to increase fiber and slow absorption.

Eat the egg and other protein/fiber foods before the carrots rather than eating carrots alone first.

Include a small serving of legumes, such as lentils, chickpeas, or beans, in place of part of the carrot serving for a steadier meal.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk after eating to help reduce the post-meal rise.