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Easy Maple Glazed Carrots Recipe (Honey Option!)
A simple and flavorful side dish featuring tender roasted carrots glazed with maple syrup or honey, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 3 pounds carrots (peeled and cut into sticks or whole small carrots)
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey ((or a mix of both!) (plus more to drizzle!))
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 ½ tsp fresh thyme
- to taste Salt + pepper Salt + pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Garnish fresh parsley and thyme, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix melted butter, olive oil, maple syrup or honey, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Toss carrots in the sauce and spread on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway, until tender and caramelized.
- Drizzle with lemon juice, garnish with herbs, and serve.
Notes
Adjust seasoning and drizzle extra honey or maple syrup if desired.