Smoky Maple-Glazed Carrots with Almonds

Tender carrots roasted with maple syrup and smoked paprika, finished with toasted almonds for a sweet-savory side dish.

Cuisine: American

Category: Vegetarian

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, peeled and cut into 1-inch sticks carrots
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 cup, sliced almonds
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp fresh, chopped thyme

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 1 lb peeled carrot sticks with 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/4 tsp salt on a baking sheet.
2. Step 2: Roast for 20 minutes, stirring once halfway, until carrots are tender and caramelized at the edges.
3. Step 3: Remove from oven and stir in 1/4 cup sliced almonds and 1 tsp chopped thyme. Return to oven for 3 minutes to toast almonds, then serve warm.