Lactose Free Glazed Greek Oregano Roasted Carrots
These roasted carrots hit that perfect sweet-savory note that makes a simple vegetable feel genuinely special. Garlic-infused olive oil gets them caramelizing beautifully in a hot oven, and then a quick glaze of maple syrup, lemon juice, and dried Greek oregano goes on for the final stretch — turning sticky and golden at the edges in a way that's almost too good for a side dish. A pinch of red pepper flakes adds just enough warmth to keep things interesting without overwhelming the natural sweetness of the carrots. The whole thing is naturally free of dairy in any form, so there's no swapping, substituting, or second-guessing involved — just straightforward, delicious ingredients that work together exactly as written. Fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon at the end brighten everything up and give it that Mediterranean lift. It's the kind of dish that disappears fast at the table, whether you're serving it alongside a weeknight protein or bringing it to a dinner where you need something crowd-pleasing and safe for sensitive guests.
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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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