Maple Roasted Carrots
These simple roasted carrots are coated in a sweet and savory maple glaze, bringing out their natural sweetness. They make a perfect, easy-to-prepare side dish for any meal. The edges caramelize beautifully in the oven.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 35 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 123 kcal
Mise en place
Ingredients
- 600 gcarrot, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 45 mlmaple syrup
- 15 mlolive oil
- 1 tspfresh thyme, chopped
- 0.5 tspsalt
- 0.25 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
Equipment
oven · large bowl · baking sheet
The method
Step by step
- 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
About 5 min
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the carrots, maple syrup, olive oil, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Ensure all the carrots are evenly coated with the glaze.
- 3
Spread the seasoned carrots in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to ensure the carrots roast instead of steam. Use two sheets if necessary.
- 4
Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and slightly caramelized at the edges.
About 25 min
Cook’s note: Stir them once halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
- 5
Serve immediately as a delicious side dish.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 123.1kcal
- Protein
- 1.4g
- Carbs
- 23g
- Fat
- 3.8g
- Fibre
- 4.4g
- Sugar
- 13.8g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover roasted carrots in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently in the microwave or in a pan over medium heat until warmed through.