Description
Easy Maple Roasted Carrots are a sweet and savory side dish that balances simplicity and flavor, perfect for weeknight meals or gatherings. These tender, caramelized carrots with a sticky maple glaze are naturally vegan and gluten-free.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Carrots
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup
- 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- 2 sprigs Fresh Rosemary
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C).
- Slice the carrots in half lengthways and arrange them in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
- Mix olive oil and maple syrup in a small bowl.
- Brush this sweet mixture generously over the carrots.
- Sprinkle with sea salt and cayenne pepper (if using), and tuck fresh rosemary sprigs between the carrot halves.
- Bake for 25 minutes, flipping the carrots halfway through.
- Serve the carrots on a large plate, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- For optimal enjoyment, serve straight from the oven—these carrots shine when freshly made!
- Large carrots are recommended for the best texture and sweetness.
- Dark maple syrup is best for enhanced flavor.
- Cayenne pepper can be omitted or substituted with red pepper flakes for a milder option.
- Rosemary can be swapped with thyme or oregano.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg