Maple Dijon Roasted Carrots: The Best Easy Side Dish for Every Meal
Maple Dijon Roasted Carrots are a delightful and easy side dish, perfect for any meal. The combination of sweet maple syrup and tangy Dijon mustard enhances the natural sweetness of the carrots, making them incredibly flavorful.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and olive oil.
- Add the sliced carrots to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and caramelized, stirring halfway through.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding herbs like thyme or rosemary.
- Adjust the sweetness by modifying the amount of maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg