Description
Maple Dijon Roasted Carrots and Apples are a vibrant and flavorful side dish that effortlessly combines sweetness, tanginess, and savory notes. This recipe features tender roasted carrots and crisp apples glazed in a rich maple syrup and stone-ground dijon mustard mixture. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, these delightful vegetables not only brighten up your plate but also offer health benefits packed with vitamins. Easy to prepare and naturally gluten-free, this dish is versatile enough to complement chicken, turkey, or any of your favorite main courses. Enjoy the delightful aroma and colorful presentation that will surely impress your guests!
Ingredients
- 4 large carrots
- 3 large apples
- 1 onion
- 5 cloves garlic (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
- ΒΌ cup olive oil (or aquafaba)
- ΒΌ cup maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons stone ground dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425Β°F (220Β°C).
- Core the apples and chop them into Β½β cubes; slice the carrots into ΒΌβ thick pieces; dice the onion; finely chop the garlic.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and thyme until well combined.
- Add the chopped vegetables to the bowl with the glaze and toss until evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for about 15 minutes until one side starts to brown; flip and roast for an additional 10-15 minutes or until tender.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating other root vegetables such as sweet potatoes. Adjust seasonings according to your taste preferences for more depth in flavor.