Maple Pecan Roasted Carrots
Maple Pecan Roasted Carrots combining tender roasted carrots with the warm flavors of maple syrup and toasted pecans.
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 267kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrots cleaned and trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup divided
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup pecans chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix together the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of maple syrup. Coat the carrots in the mixture.
- Arrange the carrots in a single layer on the baking sheet. Roast until tender, about 20-30 minutes.
- Near the end of cooking, in a small saucepan, heat the remaining maple syrup, butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon over medium heat until it starts a light boil.
- Add the pecans and cook for 2-3 minutes, then turn off the heat.
- Serve the roast carrots with the maple pecan mixture on top.
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Notes
- Choose fresh, firm carrots, and if you can, choose carrots with the greens still attached. They tend to have the best flavor and texture.
- Toasting the pecans in a dry skillet before mixing them into the dish enhances their flavor and gives them a satisfying crunch.
- Add a pinch of salt or a drizzle of balsamic vinegar to balance the sweetness of the maple syrup and highlight the natural flavors of the carrots.
Nutrition
Calories: 267kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 204mg | Potassium: 784mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 38067IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 1mg