Whiskey-Maple Glazed Roasted Carrots with Thyme

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Oven-roasted carrots glazed with a fragrant whiskey and maple syrup sauce, accented by fresh thyme for a sweet-savory side dish. This american-inspired vegetarian ready in about 40 minutes pairs whiskey, pure maple syrup, olive oil 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp whiskey, 2 tbsp pure maple syrup, and 1 tbsp olive oil until combined.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and cut carrots, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves to the bowl. Toss to coat carrots evenly with the glaze.
  3. Step 3: Arrange the carrots in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Step 4: Roast for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until carrots are tender and caramelized around the edges.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and spoon any remaining glaze from the pan over the carrots before serving warm as a sweet and aromatic side.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Whiskey-Maple Glazed Roasted Carrots with 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 Whiskey-Maple Glazed Roasted Carrots with 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 whiskey from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Whiskey-Maple Glazed Roasted Carrots with 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 Whiskey-Maple Glazed Roasted Carrots with 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.

What goes well with Whiskey-Maple Glazed Roasted Carrots with Thyme?

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.

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