Gelatin Free Glazed Greek Oregano Roasted Carrots
These roasted carrots hit that perfect sweet-savory balance that makes a simple vegetable feel genuinely exciting. Garlic-infused olive oil and a hot 425°F oven do the heavy lifting first, coaxing out deep caramelization before a maple-lemon glaze goes on for the final stretch. That glaze — built from maple syrup, fresh lemon juice, dried Greek oregano, and a pinch of red pepper flakes — clings and sets into something sticky, glossy, and a little addictive. The oregano is the real secret here, lending an earthy, almost floral note that lifts the whole dish out of ordinary side-dish territory. Every ingredient in this recipe is naturally free of animal-derived gelling agents, so there's nothing to scrutinize or swap out — just straightforward, plant-based pantry staples doing beautiful work. A scatter of fresh flat-leaf parsley and a squeeze of lemon at the end keeps things bright and fresh. Whether you're serving this alongside a weeknight dinner or bringing it to a gathering, it's the kind of dish that disappears fast.
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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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