Description
A quick and flavorful side dish combining sweet carrots and tangy apples, all glazed with a delicious maple Dijon sauce for a perfect fall addition to your meals.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 medium Fresh carrots (Can use baby carrots as well)
- 2 medium Crisp apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for tartness) (Core and slice, leave peel on for texture)
- 1/4 cup Maple syrup (Use real maple syrup for best flavor)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (Or stone-ground for a stronger flavor)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil (Any brand works)
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
Optional Additions
- 1/4 cup Chopped pecans (For crunch)
- 1 tablespoon Thyme leaves (For added flavor)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (For optional zing)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel the carrots and slice them into finger-length sticks. Core and slice the apples.
- Toss the carrots and apples in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper to coat them well.
Cooking
- In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the carrots and apples on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle the maple mustard mixture over the carrots and apples, and toss them to ensure they are coated.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway, until bronzed and tender.
- Optional: Add chopped nuts or herbs in the last 5 minutes for extra crunch and color.
Notes
For best results, don’t crowd the pan while roasting. You can make this dish a day in advance by preparing the veggies with half the glaze and refrigerating. Simply add the rest of the glaze and roast on the day of serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Vegetable
- Cuisine: American, Holiday