"Unraveling the Mystery of Soapy-Tasting Carrots"

Carrots can taste soapy due to high concentrations of naturally occurring compounds called terpenes and terpenoids, which are not harmful but can overpower the vegetable's sweetness when present in excess. Factors such as carrot variety, growing conditions, and temperature can affect terpene levels. While it's challenging to avoid soapy carrots without knowing their growth details, cooking or freezing them can help reduce the soapy taste. Sensitivity to the soapiness varies among individuals, so trying different carrot varieties may help find less soapy options.