Side Dish: United States – Maple-Glazed Roasted Carrots

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Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 5 min

Cook 25 min

Additional 3 min

Total 30 min

Ingredients

U.S. measurements first, metric equivalents in parentheses. Conversions are approximate; oz means weight ounces, not fluid ounces.

1 lb (450 g) carrots, halved lengthwise
2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil or melted butter
2 tbsp (30 ml) pure maple syrup
1 tsp (5 ml) fresh thyme leaves (or 1 / 4 tsp (1.25 ml) dried thyme)
Salt and black pepper to taste

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1 lb / 450 g carrots, halved lengthwise
2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil or melted butter
2 tbsp (30 ml) pure maple syrup
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1 / 4 tsp dried thyme)
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss carrots with oil (or butter), salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
2. Roast 20–25 minutes, turning once, until edges caramelize and carrots are tender.
3. In the last 3 minutes, drizzle maple syrup and sprinkle thyme over carrots; return to oven briefly to set glaze.
4. Remove, toss to coat evenly, and serve warm.