Description
Roasted Carrot Delight brings simple elegance to your dinner table with golden-brown, caramelized carrots seasoned with herbs. Crisp edges and rich flavor make this side dish irresistible for weeknight meals and special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables:
- 1 pound (454 grams) baby carrots
Sweeteners and Spices:
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
Fats and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Parsley flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F, ensuring a high temperature for achieving caramelized and tender carrots with a rich, golden exterior.
- Create a luxurious glaze by whisking together brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, melted butter, maple syrup, salt, and pepper until the mixture becomes smooth and glossy with a harmonious blend of flavors.
- Transfer baby carrots into a spacious mixing bowl and drench them thoroughly with the prepared glaze, gently tossing to ensure each carrot receives an even, glistening coating.
- Arrange the glazed carrots meticulously on a baking sheet, spreading them in a single, uncrowded layer to guarantee uniform roasting and optimal caramelization.
- Roast the carrots in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes, rotating them midway through the cooking process to prevent uneven browning and potential burning.
- Remove the carrots from the oven once they reach a tender consistency with caramelized edges, then optionally garnish with delicate parsley flakes to enhance visual appeal and add a fresh herbal note.
Notes
- Prepare ahead by selecting fresh, firm baby carrots with bright orange color for best caramelization and sweet flavor.
- Customize the glaze by adjusting spice levels to match personal taste preferences or dietary needs like reducing sugar content.
- For crispy exterior and tender interior, ensure carrots are spread in single layer without overcrowding the baking sheet during roasting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg