Maple-Glazed Roasted Root Vegetables with North Dakota Honey
A colorful medley of roasted root vegetables glazed with local North Dakota honey and a hint of fresh thyme, perfect as a comforting side dish. This American-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 1-inch, olive oil, North Dakota honey (or any mild honey) for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 6, 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
- 3 cups carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 cups parsnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 1-inch
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp North Dakota honey (or any mild honey)
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 3 cups peeled and cut carrots, 3 cups peeled and cut parsnips, and 3 cups cubed sweet potatoes with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Spread the vegetables evenly on a large rimmed baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until vegetables are tender and edges start to caramelize.
- Step 3: In a small saucepan over low heat, warm 2 tbsp North Dakota honey with 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Step 4: Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven and drizzle the warm honey-thyme glaze over them. Toss gently to coat and serve warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Glazed Roasted Root Vegetables with North Dakota Honey take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 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 Root Vegetables with North Dakota 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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Roasted Root Vegetables with North Dakota 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-Glazed Roasted Root Vegetables with North Dakota Honey for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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-Glazed Roasted Root Vegetables with North Dakota Honey?
American 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.
