Canadian Maple Glazed Root Vegetables with Pecans
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Why some badges are missing
- Not nut-free: pecans → try toasted sunflower seeds (or pumpkin seeds for crunch)
- Not low-FODMAP: raw beetroot
- Not low-GI / diabetic-friendly: maple syrup → try sugar-free syrup
- Not kidney-friendly: raw beetroot
Based on listed ingredients — always check labels for allergies.
About this recipe
Golden roasted root vegetables with a sticky maple glaze and crunchy pecans bring warmth and sweetness to any family table, perfect alongside grains or greens for a weeknight supper or Sunday roast.
Prep
15m
Cook
37m
Serves
Rating
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Total time · 52m
Ingredients
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300 g parsnips — peeled and cut into batons
300 g carrots — peeled and cut into batons
250 g raw beetroot — peeled and cut into wedges
3 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp maple syrup
50 g pecans — roughly chopped
4 sprigs fresh thyme
1 pinch black pepper — to taste
Tools
- · vegetable peeler
- · sharp knife
- · large baking tray
- · baking parchment
- · mixing bowl or tray for tossing
Instructions
Step by step
- 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan).
- 2
Toss the parsnips, carrots and beetroot in the olive oil, then spread them out on a large baking tray lined with baking parchment.
- 3
Scatter over the thyme sprigs and season with black pepper.
- 4
Roast for , turning halfway, until the vegetables are tender and caramelising at the edges.
- 5
Drizzle the maple syrup over the roasted vegetables and scatter over the chopped pecans.
- 6
Return to the oven for a final 5–, until the pecans are lightly toasted and the glaze is sticky.
- 7
Remove the thyme sprigs, toss everything gently and serve warm.
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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