Description
Roasted parsnips and carrots drizzled with a sweet maple glaze create a delightful side dish that perfectly balances earthy flavors with vibrant sweetness. This simple yet elegant recipe is ideal for any occasion, from cozy family dinners to festive gatherings. Enjoy the irresistible aroma wafting through your kitchen as these vegetables roast to golden perfection, ensuring each bite is a celebration of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound parsnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425?F (220?C).
- In a large bowl, combine parsnips, carrots, olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme; toss until coated.
- Drizzle maple syrup over the vegetables and gently toss again.
- Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and golden brown.
- Serve warm with any remaining maple glaze drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg