Roasted Maple Dijon Carrots

You’ll find the perfect side dish recipe in these Roasted Maple Dijon Carrots. Marinate and roast to perfection to make dinner easier and healthier every night of the week.

I remember the first time I tried a real, true farm fresh carrot. It was like seeing the light! I was a recent college grad and the newest resident of New York City. I was at the Union Square Farmers Market picking up some carrots to make my carrot and ginger soup and the farmer heard me begrudgingly complain about the prices…keep in mind, I was a poor recent student, trying to live in Manhattan.

I knew I’d have to peel the carrots so I had to buy double to ensure I had enough for soup, I explained to him to which he immediately refuted me. “You do NOT need to peel these carrots!”. They’re as fresh as they come, and their skin holds all sorts of amazing nutrients you shouldn’t be wasting. He then handed me a carrot and told me to take a bite. And it was glorious.

Since then, I’ve always had an appreciation for a well-done, carrot dish. I still don’t buy farm fresh carrots on the regular, but when I do, I keep things simple. They’re so flavorful on their own that they don’t need any gimmicks. Just a little maple and dijon and some roasted goodness to highlight how delicious they already are.

Here’s What You Need

• organic carrots
• olive oil
• maple syrup
• dijon mustard
• salt and pepper

To Peel or Not to Peel?

I have to admit, since this farmer told me I didn’t need to peel these, I went down a rabbit hole of researching whether or not to peel a carrot! What I’ve found is: there are a lot of opinions around the topic. Some say the peel of the carrot tastes bitter so they always peel, others only peel when they’re eating the carrot raw. Me? I now tend to leave organic carrots unpeeled and just give them a good scrub. 

How to Make Maple Dijon Carrots

STEP 1: Combine the olive oil, mustard and dijon in a small bowl.

STEP 2: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and lake the carrots flat on the baking sheet.

STEP 3: Pour the maple mixture over the carrots and coat well using a brush or your hands. Sprinkle the carrots with salt and pepper. 

STEP 4: Bake at 400ºF for 10-15 minutes or browned to your liking. Enjoy immediately. 

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• Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts
• Roasted Rosemary Butternut Squash
• Roasted Vegetables with Tahini Sauce
• Charred Green Beans with Garlic and Pomegranate
• Crispy Roasted Potatoes