Cranberry Maple Carrots
Transform your side dish game with these irresistibly sweet and savory Cranberry Maple Carrots. This easy roasted carrot recipe combines tender, oven-caramelized carrots coated in a luscious mixture of maple syrup and brown sugar, perfectly balanced with the tangy burst of dried cranberries and the earthy aroma of fresh thyme. A dash of olive oil, salt, and pepper enhances the natural sweetness of the carrots, while the cranberries add an eye-catching pop of color. With a quick prep time of just 10 minutes and 25 minutes in the oven, this holiday-worthy side dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Serve these cranberry maple-glazed carrots warm for a vibrant, flavorful addition to your table that everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Peel the carrots and slice them diagonally into 1/4-inch thick coins or sticks.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, maple syrup, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
Add the carrots to the bowl and toss them until they are evenly coated with the maple syrup mixture.
Spread the carrots out in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil.
Roast the carrots in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven, stir the carrots, and sprinkle the dried cranberries evenly over the top.
Return the baking sheet to the oven and continue roasting for another 10 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and caramelized.
Transfer the carrots to a serving plate and sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves.
Drizzle with a small amount of water or additional maple syrup if desired for extra moisture or sweetness before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
855 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.1 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1256 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.8 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 130.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 184 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
