Maple Dijon Roasted Carrots
Roasted carrots go from boring side dish to star of the plate with a maple-Dijon glaze. The edges caramelize and get sticky-sweet while the Dijon adds a tangy bite. They’re the kind of vegetable side that people actually take seconds of.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- The maple-Dijon glaze is sweet, tangy, and addictive
- Caramelized edges are naturally candy-like
- Kids eat these without complaint
- Pairs with literally any main course
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Maple Dijon Roasted Carrots
Ingredients
- 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Toss carrot sticks in the glaze until well coated.
- Spread in a single layer on a lined baking sheet.
- Roast 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway, until caramelized and tender. Garnish with fresh herbs.
Recipe Tips
- Cut carrots into even-sized sticks for uniform cooking.
- The maple syrup will caramelize quickly — check at the 10-minute mark.
- Use baby carrots if you want zero-prep — just toss them whole.
- These reheat well in a hot oven for 3-4 minutes.
Calories: 140 | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Carbs: 18g
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Nutritional information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients used.
