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Maple Roasted Root Vegetables with Thyme and Pecans

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This Maple Roasted Root Vegetables with Thyme and Pecans recipe is a nutritious and flavorful Thanksgiving side dish, featuring carrots, parsnips, sweet potatoes, and red onion caramelized in maple syrup and seasoned with cinnamon and thyme. Packed with vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants, this easy-to-make dish supports digestion and immunity, bringing a health-boosting twist to your holiday table.
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:14 minutes

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Large mixing bowl
  • measuring spoons
  • Sharp Knife
  • cutting board
  • Spoon or spatula for tossing

Ingredients

  • 2 large carrots peeled and cut into sticks
  • 2 parsnips peeled and cut into sticks
  • 1 large sweet potato peeled and cubed
  • 1 medium red onion cut into wedges
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric optional
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup pecans roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (optional for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Prepare the Vegetables

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the carrots, parsnips, sweet potato, and red onion.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and maple syrup, and sprinkle with thyme, cinnamon, turmeric (if using), salt, and pepper.
  • Toss the vegetables until evenly coated.

Roast the Vegetables

  • Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.

Add the Pecans

  • In the last 5 minutes of roasting, sprinkle the chopped pecans over the vegetables and return to the oven. This will lightly toast the pecans, adding a crunchy texture to the dish.

Serve

  • Transfer the roasted vegetables to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
  • Serve warm.

Notes

Nutritional Information:
Calories: 295
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Protein: 8g
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
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Servings: 4
Calories: 295kcal