Maple-Glazed Roasted Carrots with Toasted Pecan and Thyme

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Sweet roasted carrots glazed with maple syrup and finished with crunchy toasted pecans and fresh thyme, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and earthiness. This American-inspired Halloween recipe (vegetarian, gluten free), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs carrots, pure maple syrup, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 1 1/2 pounds peeled and cut carrots with 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp pure maple syrup, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Spread carrots in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until carrots are tender and caramelized at edges.
  3. Step 3: While carrots roast, toast 1/2 cup roughly chopped pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned.
  4. Step 4: Remove carrots from oven and sprinkle 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme and toasted pecans evenly over them. Toss gently to combine and serve warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Maple-Glazed Roasted Carrots with Toasted Pecan and Thyme 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-Glazed Roasted Carrots with Toasted Pecan and Thyme?

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-Glazed Roasted Carrots with Toasted Pecan and Thyme?

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-Glazed Roasted Carrots with Toasted Pecan and Thyme 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-Glazed Roasted Carrots with Toasted Pecan and Thyme vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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