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Maple-Glazed Roasted Easter Carrots

Easy Maple-Glazed Roasted Carrots with a Sweet, Crispy Twist

Maple-Glazed Roasted Carrots are a crowd-pleasing side dish that combines sweet maple and earthy carrots for a delightful taste experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Uncategorized
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Carrots
  • 1.5 pounds medium carrots Choose fresh, medium-sized carrots for the best balance of sweetness and texture.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Helps the glaze stick and promotes even roasting.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances natural sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Adds a subtle spicy kick.
For the Maple Glaze
  • 0.25 cup pure maple syrup The star ingredient.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Adds a mild tang.
  • 1 pinch garlic powder Infuses a gentle savory note.
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme Optional, adds a fragrant aroma.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Whisk
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F to caramelize the glaze quickly.
  2. Wash and peel carrots, slicing into even sticks. Pat dry.
  3. Whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder until smooth.
  4. Drizzle olive oil over carrots, season with salt and pepper, then pour in the maple glaze and toss to coat.
  5. Spread glazed carrots on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, turning once.
  6. Transfer to a serving platter, garnish with fresh thyme, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 184IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle flaky sea salt before serving for extra flavor.

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