Description
Maple Dijon Roasted Apples & Carrots is a delicious side dish that perfectly balances the sweet, caramelized flavors of apples with the earthy taste of roasted carrots, all enhanced by a tangy maple-Dijon dressing. This vibrant and visually appealing dish is a crowd-pleaser at family dinners and holiday gatherings. Quick to prepare and simple to make, it adds both flavor and color to any table setting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh carrots, sliced
- 2 cups tart apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), wedged
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 4 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and peel the carrots; slice them evenly. Core and wedge the apples.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the carrots and apple wedges with olive oil, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Toss until well-coated.
- Spread the mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring even spacing.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes or until caramelized and tender, stirring halfway through for even cooking.
- Serve warm, drizzled with any remaining sauce from the baking sheet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg