These Simple Maple Glazed Roasted Carrots make a flavorful, easy side for holidays or weeknights. Ready in about 20 minutes, they pair sweet maple with fresh thyme, sage and rosemary for a balanced, comforting dish.
Roasted vegetables shine with a little butter and fresh herbs. These maple-glazed herb roasted carrots are quick to prepare and bring a warm, slightly sweet flavor to any meal. They’re a holiday favorite in many homes but simple enough to make any night of the week.
I often serve these with a light white wine chicken or mashed potatoes and shredded beef for cozy weeknight dinners. They also work beautifully alongside turkey or roast beef for special occasions.
Why You Will Love These Maple Glazed Carrots:
- Quick and easy prep. Chop, toss with the glaze and roast—minimal hands-on time.
- Fresh herbs elevate the maple. Thyme, sage and rosemary add savory depth; don’t skip them if you can.
- A tasty way to enjoy more vegetables. Roasting and a touch of butter and maple transform carrots into a crowd-pleasing side.
- Family-friendly recipe. It’s an easy recipe to get kids involved with prep and chopping (age-appropriate, of course).
Recipe Ingredients:
- Carrots: No need to peel unless you prefer. Use whole carrots or baby carrots (no slicing needed for baby carrots).
- Butter: Salted or unsalted, melted.
- Maple syrup: Use real maple syrup for the best glaze flavor.
- Fresh herbs: Thyme, sage and rosemary are used here. You can swap or add oregano or other favorites.
- Salt and pepper: To taste.
- Garlic (optional): Some people omit garlic with roasted carrots; it’s optional based on preference.
How To Make These Maple Herb Carrots:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice carrots on the diagonal about 1/4–1/2 inch thick.
- Whisk together melted butter, maple syrup and chopped fresh herbs. Season with sea salt and pepper.
- Toss the carrots in the maple-herb mixture to coat evenly.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast 20–25 minutes, until tender and caramelized at the edges.
- Let cool a few minutes, then garnish with chopped parsley or extra herbs and serve.
What to Serve With Your Maple Herb Roasted Carrots:
- Classic holiday sides such as stuffing or mashed potatoes.
- Sheet-pan dinners that include steak, chicken or potatoes—carrots add color and sweetness.
- Any protein: steak, chicken, pork chops, fish or plant-based proteins all pair nicely.
Can You Make This Recipe Vegan?
Yes—substitute olive oil or a vegan butter for the melted butter and follow the same method for a dairy-free version.
Check out these other simple side dish recipes:
- Garlic Parmesan Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
- Parmesan Bacon Green Bean Casserole
- Easy Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese
- Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries
- Parmesan Roasted Green Beans
- Street Corn with Garlic Feta Butter
- Spinach Mandarin Salad with Honey Balsamic Dressing
- Apple Sage Stuffing
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Simple Maple Herb Roasted Carrots
Ingredients
- 2 lb carrots
- 2 T butter, melted (or olive oil / vegan butter for dairy-free)
- 2 T maple syrup
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tsp thyme leaves
- 1 tsp sage, chopped
- Sea salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Slice carrots on the diagonal about 1/4–1/2 inch thick.
- Whisk together melted butter, maple syrup and fresh herbs. Season with sea salt and pepper.
- Toss carrots in the mixture to coat evenly.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment and spread carrots in a single layer.
- Bake 20–25 minutes, until carrots are softened and slightly caramelized.
- Let cool a few minutes, garnish with chopped parsley or extra herbs, and serve.
Nutrition
Carbohydrates: 29 g,
Protein: 2 g,
Fat: 6 g,
Fiber: 6 g,
Sugar: 17 g
Nutrition information is an approximation.
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