Description
Maple herb roasted carrots with cranberries brings earthy sweetness to your dinner table. Roasted with fresh herbs and a drizzle of maple syrup, you’ll savor each caramelized bite of this simple, elegant side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (907 g) carrots, washed with skin on and tops trimmed
- ½ cup (120 mL) pure maple syrup
- 2 cups (300 g) dried cranberries
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp (2 g) dried oregano
- 1 tsp (2 g) dried parsley
- 1 tsp (2 g) dried basil
- ½ tsp (1 g) garlic powder
- ½ tsp (1 g) ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch ground allspice
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C) and line baking sheet with parchment paper for effortless roasting and cleanup.
- Seasoning: Thoroughly coat carrots in a vibrant blend of olive oil, maple syrup, oregano, parsley, basil, garlic powder, cinnamon, and allspice, ensuring complete and even coverage of the herb mixture.
- Layering: Arrange seasoned carrots in a single, spacious layer on the prepared baking sheet, allowing ample room for caramelization and golden browning.
- Roasting: Bake carrots for 15-20 minutes, watching for tender texture and rich golden-brown coloration that signals perfect roasting.
- Glazing: Remove from oven and brush with reserved maple herb mixture, intensifying the carrots’ flavor and creating a glossy, appetizing finish.
- Serving: Transfer roasted carrots to a decorative platter, elegantly scattering dried cranberries throughout to add bursts of color and complementary tartness.
Notes
- Prep Like a Pro: Reserve half the seasoning mixture before roasting to create a final glaze that intensifies flavor and adds a glossy finish.
- Even Roasting Matters: Spread carrots in a single layer without overcrowding to ensure each piece caramelizes perfectly and develops a golden exterior.
- Timing is Key: Watch carrots closely between 15-20 minutes to prevent burning while achieving tender, golden-brown perfection.
- Color and Texture Boost: Sprinkle dried cranberries after roasting for a sweet-tart contrast and visually stunning presentation that elevates the entire dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 48 g
- Sodium: 6 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 68 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg