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Maple Roasted Carrots

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 servings
Calories 180
Sweet and savory roasted carrots glazed with maple syrup and spices, perfect as a side dish or a flavorful addition to any meal.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 3 pounds skinny carrots (about 5 bunches)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 3 tablespoons vegan butter (melted)
  • 1.5 tablespoons organic brown sugar
  • 0.25 cup maple syrup (72g)
  • 1 heaping tablespoon Dijon mustard (regular or coarse ground)
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 6 cloves garlic (grated)
  • 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a kick)
  • 0.5 teaspoon arrowroot powder
  • 1 large handful Italian flat-leaf parsley (chopped)

Finishing

  • Flaky sea salt sea salt (for finishing)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 425ºF/218ºC, line two sheet pans with parchment paper.
  • Wash and prepare carrots; leave skinny carrots whole, cut fatter ones as needed. Arrange on pans, drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper.
  • Roast carrots for 30-35 minutes until browned and tender. Make the glaze by melting butter, then whisking in sugar, maple syrup, mustard, vinegar, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Stir in arrowroot.
  • Pour glaze over roasted carrots, toss to coat, and roast for an additional 10 minutes until caramelized. Finish with sea salt and parsley.

Notes

Ensure carrots are evenly coated with glaze for best flavor.
Calories: 180kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Carrots