Uvskriftavefur Gljáðar Gulrætur — Glazed Roasted Carrots
A beautiful, elegant side dish where fresh carrots are slowly roasted until tender and caramelised, then coated in a glossy, golden glaze that balances sweetness with savoury depth. Wedges of red onion roast alongside until sweet and melt-in-your-mouth, while fresh thyme adds a fragrant, earthy finish. Simple enough for every day, impressive enough for special occasions — naturally dairy-free, utterly delicious, and a feast for the eyes 💚🥕✨
Shared by peter
Time
45 min
Serves
4
Difficulty
easy
🛒 Ingredients
- #Main Ingredients;
- 600 g medium carrots — peeled, left whole or halved lengthwise
- 2 large red onions — cut into thick wedges, root end kept intact
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- #Glaze;
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or agave nectar.. 1 tbsp balsamic glaze or balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari.. 1 clove garlic — minced
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp chilli flakes — optional, for gentle warmth
- #Seasoning & Garnish;
- ¾ tsp sea salt — adjust to taste
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme sprigs — plus extra for topping
- 1 tsp lemon juice — for brightness, added at the end
👩🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a large baking dish or tray with parchment paper.
- 2
Place carrots and onion wedges in the dish. Drizzle with olive oil and toss gently to coat.
- 3
Whisk together maple syrup, balsamic glaze, soy sauce, garlic, smoked paprika, and chilli flakes. Pour over the vegetables and toss until evenly coated.
- 4
Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and half the thyme. Arrange in a single layer.
- 5
Roast for 30–35 minutes, turning halfway through, until carrots are tender, golden, and sticky, and onions are caramelised at the edges.
- 6
Remove from oven. Drizzle with lemon juice, taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs and serve warm 🥕✨