Description
Maple Dijon Roasted Carrots and Apples is a vibrant side dish that beautifully marries sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. The combination of caramelized carrots and apples, enhanced by a luscious maple syrup and Dijon mustard glaze, creates an irresistible treat for the taste buds. Perfect for holiday gatherings or weeknight dinners, this dish not only adds an explosion of color to your plate but also provides a nutritious option that is vegan-friendly. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, it’s a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large carrots
- 3 large apples
- 1 onion
- 5 cloves garlic
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Chop the carrots into ¼-inch slices and apples into ½-inch cubes; dice the onion and finely chop garlic.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Toss the prepared vegetables in the glaze until evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture on a baking sheet in an even layer and roast for about 15 minutes.
- Flip the vegetables and continue roasting for another 10-15 minutes until tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg