Simple yet satisfying, these Roasted Maple Rosemary Carrots are a delicious side dish that's naturally vegan and gluten free.
Let’s be honest: it’s cold out and all we really want is warming comfort food at the moment.
January badly needs some colour so I’ve been making batches of these carrots to help power me through the grey days. They’re maple-sweet, warm and have a certain creaminess to them that just makes me feel better about everything!
I recommend this as a side dish. The carrots pair really well with anything roasted or are great on their own as a snack.
Coconut oil is one of my favourite ingredients here, as it’s a healthy oil for roasting (it can tolerate high temperatures without becoming unstable) and is slightly sweet and creamy, which makes it perfect for roasting carrots.
The maple syrup lightly caramelizes the carrots and makes them incredibly moreish!
LOOKING FOR MORE VEGAN SIDE DISHES?
Why not try my Easy Vegan Stuffing, my Winter Jewel Brussels Sprout Salad or my Sage & Garlic Hasselback Potatoes?
Roasted Maple Rosemary Carrots (vegan & gluten-free)
Ingredients
- 8 medium carrots
- 1½ tablespoon coconut oil, melted
- ½ tablespoon maple syrup
- 5 sprigs fresh rosemary
- Sea salt
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 400°F or 205°C.
- Slice the carrots in half lengthways and place on a baking sheet.
- Brush over melted coconut oil and maple syrup, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Place rosemary sprigs at equal intervals between the carrots.
- Bake in the oven for 20 minutes, until carrots are tender, sizzling and bright in colour. Best enjoyed hot!
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Sharon
Such a simple recipe, great addition to spice up your holiday dish. I tried this with the vegan nut roast recipe last night. Was great!
Elizabeth
Thanks so much Sharon! So glad you like them. Yes, I think they're great with the nut roast too - one of my all time favourite meals!