Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Sweet and Savory Maple Glazed Roasted Carrots, an irresistible side dish perfect for any occasion. This recipe beautifully balances the natural sweetness of carrots with rich maple syrup and fragrant spices, elevating them to a gourmet level. Simple to prepare and visually stunning, these roasted carrots make an excellent addition to family dinners, holiday feasts, or summer barbecues. Their vibrant color and sumptuous flavor will impress your guests and leave them craving more.
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the carrots, olive oil, maple syrup, salt, black pepper, and thyme. Toss until the carrots are evenly coated.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the carrots in a single layer.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until tender and caramelized, stirring halfway through.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (75g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg