Thumbelina Carrots
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Description/Taste
Thumbelina carrots are distinguished by their non-tapering, roughly globular shape and petite size. At maturity they are only 1 1/2 to 2 inches in diameter, about the size of a golf ball. Their pumpkin orange skin is tender and requires no peeling. They are nearly coreless with an earthy flavor reminiscent of a mild beet with a slightly sweet finish. Their texture is firm and crunchy, almost woody in some cases. Ascending from the roots are thin, dill-like green foliage, which is equally edible, with herbaceous carrot and parsley undertones.
Seasons/Availability
The Thumbelina carrot is available year-round.
Current Facts
The Thumbelina is a round carrot variety in the Umbelliferae family. It is botanically classified as Daucus carota subsp. sativus. Other similarly shaped varieties include Early Horn, Mini Round, Golden Ball and Parisian Rondo. The Thumbelina is believed to have originated in Afghanistan.
