Strolling through the Union Square Greenmarket yesterday, I was taken by an abundant display of carrots. There were not only the classic orange carrots, but there were also purple and white versions on display.
I was seduced to purchase some, and decided to roast them. They were delicious!
Maple Roasted Carrots:
Clean and scrape one bunch of carrots and cut them into 2″ or 3″ chunks.
Toss them with a little olive oil or coconut oil, and some pure maple syrup. Sprinkle with a little sea salt and some cayenne pepper. Roast for about 45 minutes in a 350 degree oven until caramelized and softened.
These carrots embody all of the sensational flavors of the season; sweet, salty, savoy and spicy! Eat them as a side dish, or dice them into an arugula salad drizzled with olive oil and aged balsamic vinegar.
Enjoy!
photo: Glasshouse Images
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Tags: caramelized, carrots, cayenne pepper, maple syrup, roasted carrots with maple syrup, Union Square Greenmarket
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