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Maple roasted carrots with cranberries

Maple Roasted Carrots with Cranberries for a Festive Feast

Maple roasted carrots with cranberries are a delicious festive side dish perfect for Thanksgiving.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Carrots
  • 1 pound Medium young carrots Can substitute with parsnips
  • 1 cup Fresh cranberries Soak dried cranberries in orange juice if using
For the Glaze
  • 3 tablespoons Maple syrup Adjust based on sweetness preference
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Avocado oil can be used as an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Orange zest Lime zest can be used for a different flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Harissa paste Cumin or paprika are suitable substitutes
  • 2 cloves Garlic Use whole cloves for less intensity if preferred
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh thyme Can substitute with dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Adjust to taste
For the Crunch
  • 1/4 cup Almond flakes Pecans or walnuts can be substituted for variety

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking tray
  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F) for roasting.
  2. Line a baking tray with baking paper.
  3. Trim the tops of the medium young carrots and halve each carrot lengthwise.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine fresh cranberries with 1 tablespoon maple syrup and orange zest. Toss well.
  5. Whisk together olive oil, remaining maple syrup, harissa paste, thyme, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in another bowl.
  6. Toss carrot halves in the harissa mixture until thoroughly coated, then arrange on the lined baking tray and scatter cranberries among them.
  7. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  8. Toast almond flakes in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until lightly browned.
  9. Garnish the roasted carrots and cranberries with toasted almond flakes and additional thyme before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh herbs for best flavor and ensure carrots are spaced out for even roasting.

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