Roast Carrots with Maple Glaze and Thyme

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If you’re searching for the perfect side dish that’s both sweet and savoury, look no further than these Maple Roasted Carrots.

This carrot recipe takes the natural sweetness of carrots and enhances it with a rich maple syrup glaze that’s hard to resist. Roasted to caramelised perfection, these maple roasted carrots are a simple yet delicious addition to any meal.

Perfect Side Dish

Whether you’re preparing a holiday dinner or just looking for an easy weeknight side, this maple roasted carrots recipe is sure to impress. The carrots are tossed with maple syrup and fresh thyme, then roasted until they’re tender and beautifully caramelised. The result is a side dish that’s not only full of flavour but also incredibly easy to make.

Maple Roasted Carrots Recipe

Maple roasted carrots are a delicious side dish that perfectly balances sweet and savoury flavours. The caramelized goodness of pure maple syrup and brown sugar enhances the natural sweetness of the whole carrots, making this carrot recipe a hit for any meal. 

When it comes to carrot choice use any type, baby carrot, cut carrots in half lengthwise, or use them whole. Baby carrots are sweet and can be eaten without peeling. Season with chopped fresh herbs such as rosemary and red pepper flakes or sprinkle with sea salt.

Any leftovers can be kept in an air-tight container in the fridge and reheated as needed. Whether you’re serving them for holiday dinners or a simple weeknight meal, these roast carrots are sure to impress. 

Maple Roasted Carrots

One of the best things about this maple roasted carrots recipe is its versatility. The sweet maple glaze pairs perfectly with the caramelised carrots, making them an ideal accompaniment to everything from roast chicken to a hearty vegetable main. Plus, the recipe is easy to adjust—whether you’re feeding a small family or a large gathering, you can easily scale up or down.

These maple roasted carrots are sure to become a staple in your recipe collection, perfect for any occasion where you want to add a touch of sweetness and warmth to your meal.

Roast Carrots with Maple Glaze and Thyme

Serves 4-6 as a side dish.

Ingredients

• 1 kg (about 2 pounds) carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or left whole if small

• 2 tablespoons maple syrup

• 2 tablespoons olive oil (optional, switch to water)

• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• Salt, to taste

• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (optional, for extra depth of flavour)

• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

  
  

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

   
   

2. Prepare the Carrots: If the carrots are large, peel them and cut them into sticks. If they are small, you can leave them whole. Place the carrots in a large mixing bowl.

   
   

3. Make the Maple Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, olive oil (or water), thyme, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. If you're using balsamic vinegar, add it to the glaze mixture.

   
   

4. Coat the Carrots: Pour the maple glaze over the carrots in the bowl. Toss the carrots to ensure they are evenly coated with the glaze.

   
   

5. Roast the Carrots: Spread the glazed carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and caramelised, stirring halfway through to ensure even cooking.

   
   

6. Serve: Once the carrots are done roasting, remove them from the oven. If desired, garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of colour and freshness.

   
   

7. Enjoy: Serve your roast carrots with maple glaze as a sweet and savoury side dish that pairs beautifully with a variety of mains.

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