Maple-Dijon Glazed Carrots with Honey
Sweet-tart roasted carrots with a glossy finish, featuring maple syrup and Dijon mustard. This general-inspired vegetarian ready in about 35 minutes pairs carrots, olive oil, pure maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs carrots
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Peel and cut 1.5 lbs carrots into 1-inch sticks, then toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp fresh thyme in a roasting pan.
- Step 2: Roast for 20 minutes, stirring halfway, until carrots are tender and edges are slightly caramelized.
- Step 3: Whisk together 2 tbsp pure maple syrup, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tbsp honey in a small bowl. Drizzle over the hot carrots and toss to coat evenly. Return to oven for 5 minutes until glossy and sticky.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Dijon Glazed Carrots with Honey take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Maple-Dijon Glazed Carrots with Honey?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep carrots from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Dijon Glazed Carrots with Honey?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Maple-Dijon Glazed Carrots with Honey for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Maple-Dijon Glazed Carrots with Honey?
General vegetarian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Simple and delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
