Maple Mustard Roasted Carrots: Perfect Sweet & Tangy Side Dish
Maple Mustard Roasted Carrots are tender, caramelized, and packed with sweet-savory flavor an easy side dish perfect for weeknights or holiday dinners.
- Author: ssam
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 40 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 lbs carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp whole grain mustard
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- 3. Add carrots and toss until evenly coated.
- 4. Spread carrots in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- 5. Roast for 25–30 minutes, tossing halfway, until golden and caramelized.
- 6. Remove from oven, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika.
- Use baby carrots for a shortcut.
- Pairs perfectly with roasted chicken, salmon, or holiday mains.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Maple Mustard Roasted Carrots, roasted vegetables, holiday side dish, easy carrots