Seed Oil Free 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 a whisper of heat from red pepper flakes. The whole thing comes together on a single sheet pan, which means minimal cleanup and maximum payoff. Garlic-infused olive oil is the only fat in the recipe, keeping everything completely free of the refined vegetable and seed oils that sneak into so many store-bought sauces and convenience foods. The two-stage roasting method is what makes these so good: the carrots get a head start at high heat to develop real browning, then the glaze goes on at the end so it turns glossy and set rather than burning off. A squeeze of fresh lemon at the table brightens everything up and balances the natural sweetness of the carrots beautifully. Whether you're serving these alongside a weeknight protein or bringing them to a dinner party, they look far more impressive than the effort required.
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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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