Description
Maple Bacon Carrots are a deliciously sweet and savory roasted vegetable dish that combines tender carrots wrapped in crispy bacon, glazed with pure maple syrup, and garnished with fresh herbs. Perfect for holiday gatherings, weeknight dinners, or special occasions, this recipe offers a flavorful and impressive side dish everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound of fresh carrots, peeled and cut into uniform sticks
- 8 slices of thick-cut bacon
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh thyme or rosemary for garnish (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Toss the peeled carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Wrap each carrot stick with a slice of bacon, securing with toothpicks if needed.
- Arrange the bacon-wrapped carrots on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each. Brush generously with maple syrup.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through. In the last 5 minutes, brush with additional maple syrup for extra glaze.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle with fresh thyme or rosemary, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a healthier variation, substitute turkey bacon and reduce the maple syrup.
- To prepare in advance, assemble the carrots and refrigerate before roasting.
- Add crushed red pepper or balsamic glaze for a flavor twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 220 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg