Description
This Maple Roasted Carrots recipe delivers tender, naturally sweet carrots enhanced by the rich flavors of pure maple syrup and a touch of olive oil. Perfect as a simple and delicious side dish that balances savory and sweet with easy preparation and oven roasting.
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots
- 2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut
Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and move the oven rack to the middle position to ensure even roasting.
- Prepare the carrots: Place the peeled and cut carrots onto a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle salt and pepper to taste. Toss the carrots to coat evenly, then spread them out in a single layer on the sheet.
- Roast the carrots: Roast the carrots in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. You may toss them halfway through roasting for even cooking, but this step is optional.
- Add maple syrup and finish roasting: Remove the carrots from the oven and pour the pure maple syrup over them. Toss well to coat and spread them out again in a single layer. Return to the oven and roast for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until the carrots reach your desired tenderness.
Notes
- For a deeper caramelized flavor, toss the carrots halfway through the first roasting period.
- Use fresh carrots for the best sweetness and texture.
- Adjust maple syrup quantity depending on your desired sweetness level.
- This dish pairs well with roasted meats or as part of a vegetarian meal.
- To save prep time, buy pre-cut carrots or peel carrots in advance.
