Description
Looking for a cozy yet vibrant side dish that’s easy to prepare and full of flavor? This *Sweet & Savory Maple Dijon Roasted Apples and Carrots* recipe is your answer. Perfect for holiday meals or weeknight dinners, it combines the earthy sweetness of roasted carrots with juicy, slightly tart apples—all glazed in a rich, tangy maple Dijon dressing. It’s a quick side for breakfast ideas, an easy dinner option, and one of those healthy snack or food ideas you’ll come back to again and again. The dish is naturally gluten-free and vegetarian, and can easily be made vegan. Whether you serve it warm or toss it into a salad, this easy recipe delivers every time.
Ingredients
2 lbs carrots
2 large apples (such as Honeycrisp or Gala)
3 tablespoons maple syrup
1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (plus more for garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Peel carrots and cut into 2-inch diagonal slices. Core and slice apples into wedges.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Toss carrots and apples with the glaze in a large bowl until evenly coated.
5. Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
6. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until carrots are tender and edges are caramelized.
7. Remove from oven, sprinkle with fresh thyme, and serve warm.
Notes
Cut carrots and apples into similar sizes for even cooking.
Don’t overcrowd your baking sheet—use two if needed to ensure proper roasting.
Garnish with fresh herbs just before serving for a burst of flavor and color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ~1 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg