A review: Food, chemical composition and utilization of carrot (Daucus carota L.) pomace

Abstract

Carrot is one of the vital root vegetables rich in bioactive compounds like carotenoids and dietary fibres with considerable levels of several other useful components having remarkable health-advancing properties. The utilization of carrot and its products is expanding relentlessly due to its recognition as an important source of natural antioxidants having anticancer activity. Carrot pomace having about 50% of β-carotene could beneficially be used for the supplementation of products like cake, bread, biscuits and preparation of several types of useful products. The present review highlights the nutritional composition, health advancing phytonutrients, functional properties, products development and by-products utilization of carrot and carrot pomace alongside their potential application.