Maple-Glazed Roasted Carrots with Toasted Pecans
by RecipeFiler
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
- Coeliac / Gluten-Free
- Lactose / Dairy-Free
- Egg Allergy
- Soy-Free
- Low-FODMAP
- Low-Histamine
- Renal / Kidney-Friendly
Why some badges are missing
- Not nut-free: pecans → try toasted sunflower seeds (or pumpkin seeds for crunch)
- Not low-GI / diabetic-friendly: maple syrup → try sugar-free syrup
Based on listed ingredients — always check labels for allergies.
About this recipe
Tender roasted carrots are drizzled with maple syrup and topped with toasted pecans, making a sweet and savoury side dish perfect for weeknight dinners or Sunday roasts.
Prep
10m
Cook
35m
Serves
Rating
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Total time · 45m
Ingredients
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600 g carrots — peeled and halved lengthways
2 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp maple syrup
50 g pecans — roughly chopped
4 sprigs fresh thyme
1 pinch black pepper — freshly ground
Tools
- · Large baking tray
- · Frying pan
- · Wooden spoon
Instructions
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- 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan).
- 2
Arrange the carrot halves on a large baking tray and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.
- 3
Scatter the thyme sprigs over the carrots and season with a pinch of black pepper.
- 4
Roast in the oven for 25–, turning once halfway, until the carrots are tender and beginning to caramelise at the edges.
- 5
Meanwhile, toast the chopped pecans in a dry frying pan over medium heat for 3–, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden. Set aside.
- 6
Remove the carrots from the oven and drizzle with maple syrup, tossing to coat.
- 7
Return to the oven for a further to let the glaze bubble and thicken slightly.
- 8
Transfer the carrots to a serving dish, discard the thyme sprigs, and scatter the toasted pecans over the top before serving.
Per serving
serves 4AI estimate only — not medical advice. Figures are approximations based on standard ingredient data and may vary by brand, portion size and preparation. Always double-check if cooking for allergies, diabetes, or strict dietary needs.
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