Description
A delicious and easy recipe for maple-glazed roasted carrots that adds a sweet and savory flavor to your meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the carrots, olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
- Toss until the carrots are evenly coated.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and caramelized, stirring halfway through.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh thyme if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg.
- Make sure to cut the carrots evenly for uniform cooking.
- This dish pairs well with roasted meats or as a side for a vegetarian meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Maple-Glazed Roasted Carrots, Roasted Carrots, Side Dish, Vegetarian Recipe