Maple Dijon Roasted Carrots: Easy & Delicious Side Dish Idea
A delightful side dish that combines the sweetness of maple syrup with the tanginess of Dijon mustard, perfect for enhancing any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the carrots to the bowl and toss until they are well coated.
- Spread the carrots on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until carrots are tender and slightly caramelized, stirring halfway through.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding fresh herbs such as thyme or rosemary before baking.
- This dish pairs well with roasted chicken or grilled fish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg