Garlic-Infused Smashed Carrots with Maple Glaze
Delight in tender smashed carrots infused with garlic and finished with a sweet maple glaze, creating a perfect balance of savory and natural sweetness in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb carrots, peeled
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Boil the peeled carrots in salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Drain and let carrots cool slightly.
- Place carrots on a baking sheet and gently smash each carrot with the back of a fork or a potato masher.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil and minced garlic.
- Brush the garlic-infused olive oil evenly over the smashed carrots.
- Drizzle pure maple syrup over the carrots.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Roast in the oven for 15 minutes until edges start to crisp and glaze caramelizes.
- Remove from oven and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a sprinkle of chili flakes before roasting, or serve alongside roasted chicken for a wholesome meal.