Alpha Gal Friendly Glazed Greek Oregano Roasted Carrots
These roasted carrots are the kind of side dish that quietly steals the show — caramelized at the edges, sticky with a maple-lemon glaze, and fragrant with dried Greek oregano and garlic-infused olive oil. The two-stage roasting method is what makes them so good: the carrots get a head start in the oven to develop golden, tender edges before the glaze goes on, so it clings and sets into something almost lacquered rather than just wet and sweet. Managing alpha-gal means staying vigilant about mammalian byproducts hiding in sauces, marinades, and even some cooking oils — and every single ingredient here is completely plant-based and straightforward to verify. The glaze comes together in minutes from pantry staples, and the optional red pepper flakes add just enough heat to balance the sweetness. A scatter of fresh flat-leaf parsley and a squeeze of lemon at the end keeps everything bright and a little Mediterranean. This one works just as well alongside a weeknight protein as it does on a holiday table, and it's the kind of recipe you'll find yourself making on repeat.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb carrots, peeled and halved lengthwise if thick
- 2 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the glaze
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried greek oregano
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Arrange the carrots in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet, making sure they are not overlapping.
- 2
Drizzle the garlic-infused olive oil over the carrots, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss to coat evenly. Spread them cut-side down in a single layer.
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