Description
Carrots Recipe with Maple Syrup and Pecans is a delectable side dish that elevates ordinary carrots into a flavorful delight. Roasted until tender, these sweet carrots are bathed in rich maple syrup and topped with crunchy pecans, creating a perfect harmony of flavors and textures. Ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this recipe is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters while bringing warmth to your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- ? cup toasted pecans, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400?F (200?C).
- In a large bowl, toss the carrot pieces with olive oil, salt, and pepper until well-coated.
- Spread the carrots on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle with maple syrup; toss gently to coat.
- Sprinkle toasted pecans over the top and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve warm, drizzling any remaining maple syrup over the dish if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg