Description
Sweet and savory roasted carrots with a hint of ginger and maple, finished with a rich cranberry butter.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon orange zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss carrots with olive oil, maple syrup, ginger, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, until tender and caramelized, stirring halfway.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix softened butter, chopped cranberries, honey, and orange zest until well combined.
- Transfer roasted carrots to a serving dish and dot with cranberry butter. Serve warm.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American