Bugs bunny loves them, and so do we. Carrots are an excellent source of vitamin A and a very good source of vitamin C, vitamin K, fiber, and potassium. A member of the parsley family, carrots are available year round and can be served steamed, roasted, or raw. Remove and discard the green tops from carrots and store carrots in the refrigerator, away from apples, as they can make the carrots taste bitter.