Maple Pecan Roasted Carrots (Print Version)

Carrots roasted with maple syrup and pecans for a crisp, flavorful, and irresistible dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into sticks

→ Pantry

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
04 - Salt, to taste
05 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Nuts

06 - 1/2 cup chopped pecans

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Arrange peeled and cut carrots in a mixing bowl. Toss thoroughly with olive oil, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to coat evenly.
02 - Spread carrots in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast for 20 minutes until beginning to soften and develop caramelized edges.
03 - Remove baking sheet from oven. Drizzle maple syrup evenly over carrots and sprinkle with chopped pecans. Toss gently to combine.
04 - Return carrots to oven and roast for 10 minutes until carrots are tender and pecans are golden and fragrant.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses just a handful of pantry staples
  • Ready in about half an hour
  • Balanced sweet and savory flavors that win over even picky eaters
02 -
  • Naturally gluten free and vegetarian
  • Carrots and pecans both pack nutrients and fiber
  • This dish is delicious at room temperature so transport easily for potlucks
03 -
  • Cut carrots the same size for even roasting every time
  • Always use real maple syrup not pancake syrup for a pure rich sweetness
  • Toast pecans briefly in a skillet first if you want maximum flavor and an even deeper golden crunch
  • Use parchment paper for stress free cleanup when cooking with sticky maple syrup

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