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Ginger-Maple Roasted Carrots with Cranberry Butter

Sweet roasted carrots infused with fresh ginger and maple syrup, topped with a tangy cranberry butter for a festive touch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

Vegetables

  • 1.5 lbs fresh carrots, peeled and halved lengthwise
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tbsp dried cranberries, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss carrots with olive oil, maple syrup, ginger, salt, and pepper.
  • Spread carrots on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
  • Meanwhile, mix softened butter with chopped cranberries and thyme to make cranberry butter.
  • Remove carrots from oven and serve topped with cranberry butter.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle with additional thyme before serving.
Keyword Carrots