Roasted Carrots with Paleo Orange - a Holiday Recipe by Nana Joes Granola

Need something new and fresh for your holiday dinner table? Try roasted carrots drizzled with pomegranate syrup and topped with Paleo Orange blend.

Serves: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35-40 minutes

Ingredients

• Nana Joes Granola Paleo Sunrise Series: Orange, Almond Butter & Pecan
• 1 1/2 lbs (680 grams) carrots, left whole if small or medium carrots
• 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
• 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional for extra caramelization)
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• fresh thyme, basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
• Just Pomegranate syrup

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425 F (220 C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy clean-up later.
2. Prepare the carrots. Wash the carrots.
3. Mix the glaze. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil (or butter), honey (or maple syrup) and kosher salt.
4. Coat the carrots. Toss the carrots in the bowl until they are evenly coated with the glaze.
5. Arrange on the baking sheet. Spread the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not crowded (this helps them caramelize instead of steam).
6. Roast.
1. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 20 minutes.
2. Stir or flip carrots halfway through to promote even cooking.
3. After 20 minutes, check for doneness. If desired, roast for an additional 10-15 minutes until the carrots are tender and golden with caramelized edges.
7. Serve.
1. Remove the carrots from the oven and trasnfer them to a serving dish.
2. Drizze with Just Pomegranate syrup. Sprinkle with fresh herbs like thyme, parsley or basil.
3. Top with Nana Joes Granola Orange, Almond Butter & Pecan blend, breaking up the clusters slightly for even distribution. 

New recipe provided by Michelle Pusateri, December 9, 2024.