Maple-Dijon Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Carrots
Caramelized sweet potatoes and carrots roasted with a sweet-savory glaze of maple and Dijon mustard for a perfect side dish. This american-inspired vegetarian ready in about 40 minutes pairs sweet potatoes, carrots, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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
- 2 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes sweet potatoes
- 2 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces carrots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss 2 medium peeled sweet potatoes (cut into 1-inch cubes) and 2 medium peeled carrots (cut into 1-inch pieces) with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Spread vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until golden and tender.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Dijon Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Carrots take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 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 Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Carrots?
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 sweet potatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Dijon Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Carrots?
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 Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Carrots 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.
Is Maple-Dijon Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Carrots vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
So simple yet impressive for dinner parties. The carrots stayed tender while the sweet potatoes caramelized beautifully.
- ★★★★★
The maple and dijon balance was perfect! My kids actually asked for seconds.
- ★★★★★
Made these for Sunday dinner and they stole the show. The glaze stuck perfectly to every piece.
